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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)

$57,399

$2,208 per biweekly paycheck · $4,783/mo

Federal tax: $8,114
State tax: $3,750
Social Security: $4,650
Medicare: $1,088
401(k): $0
Total deductions: $17,602
Note: Estimates only. Uses 2025 federal brackets, standard deduction, simplified state rate. Doesn't include health insurance, HSA/FSA, or other pre-tax deductions.

West Virginia payroll tax snapshot (2026)

State income taxProgressive · est. 5% effective
Top marginal state rate5.12% (declining)
Local income taxYes — see notes below
Social Security (FICA)6.2% up to the annual wage base
Medicare (FICA)1.45% (no cap)
State sales tax6% + ~0.55% local (≈6.55%)
Est. take-home on $75,000$57,399/yr

Single filer, 2025 standard deduction. Federal + FICA + estimated state tax; local taxes and credits not included.

How West Virginia taxes your paycheck

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

Local taxes: A few cities charge a small flat weekly "city service fee" rather than a percentage income tax.

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) and HSA contributions lower the income that both federal and state taxes apply to, so raising your retirement contribution is the simplest way to shrink the tax line. Enter your salary above to see the full breakdown for West Virginia.

West Virginia paycheck FAQ

Does West Virginia have a state income tax?

Yes. West Virginia taxes wage income with a progressive rate (top marginal rate 5.12% (declining)). West Virginia has been cutting its income tax, with a top rate now near 5.1%.

What is take-home pay on a $75,000 salary in West Virginia?

For a single filer taking the standard deduction, roughly $57,399 per year — about $4,783 a month or $2,208 per biweekly check. That subtracts an estimated $8,114 federal tax, $4,650 Social Security, $1,088 Medicare, and about $3,750 West Virginia state tax. Enter your own salary above for an exact figure.

What is the West Virginia state income tax rate?

The top marginal West Virginia rate is 5.12% (declining). For a typical middle-income worker the estimated effective rate is about 5%, which the calculator pre-fills and lets you adjust.

Are there local income taxes in West Virginia?

A few cities charge a small flat weekly "city service fee" rather than a percentage income tax. Add that to the state field in the calculator if it applies to you.

How does West Virginia compare for take-home pay?

With a 5% estimated effective state rate, a $75,000 West Virginia earner nets around $57,399 after federal, state, and FICA — in the middle of the pack compared with other states.

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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, deductions, or the current tax year. Verify with a tax professional or your state revenue department.