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West Virginia Paycheck Calculator

Estimate your West Virginia take-home pay after federal tax, West Virginia state tax, Social Security and Medicare. Free, instant, no signup.

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Take-home (annual)

$54,231

$2,086 per biweekly paycheck · $4,519/mo

Federal tax: $7,351
State tax: $3,525
Social Security: $4,371
Medicare: $1,022
401(k): $4,500
Total deductions: $20,769
Note: Estimates only. Uses 2025 federal brackets, standard deduction, simplified state rate. Doesn't include health insurance, HSA/FSA, or other pre-tax deductions.

How West Virginia taxes your paycheck

West Virginia has been cutting its income tax, with a top rate now near 5.1%.

Every U.S. paycheck also has federal income tax (based on the 2025 brackets and your filing status), Social Security (6.2% up to the annual wage base) and Medicare (1.45%). Pre-tax 401(k) contributions lower the income that both federal and state taxes apply to. Enter your salary above to see the full breakdown.

West Virginia paycheck FAQ

Does West Virginia have a state income tax?

Yes. West Virginia taxes wage income with a progressive rate. West Virginia has been cutting its income tax, with a top rate now near 5.1%.

How much is take-home pay on $75,000 in West Virginia?

Use the calculator above — it estimates federal tax, roughly 5% West Virginia state tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) to show your net pay per year, per month, and per biweekly paycheck.

What is the West Virginia state income tax rate?

For a typical middle-income worker, the estimated effective West Virginia state income tax rate is about 5%. West Virginia has been cutting its income tax, with a top rate now near 5.1%. The calculator pre-fills this and lets you adjust it.

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Disclaimer: Estimates only, for general guidance. State rates shown are approximate effective rates for a typical middle-income single filer and may not match your exact situation, local taxes, or the current tax year. Verify with a tax professional or your state revenue department.