West Virginia take-home pay in 2026
| Annual salary | State income tax | Take-home pay per year | Every two weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $1,444 | $40,911 | $1,574 |
| $75,000 | $2,546 | $59,047 | $2,271 |
| $100,000 | $3,691 | $75,489 | $2,903 |
| $150,000 | $5,981 | $107,810 | $4,147 |
| $250,000 | $10,561 | $172,621 | $6,639 |
Single filer, standard deduction, no 401(k).
How West Virginia taxes your paycheck
- Lower rates in 2026: West Virginia cut all its rates again; the top rate is now 4.58% (4.82% in 2025 and 6.5% before 2023). The same brackets apply to single filers and married couples.
- Exemption: $2,000 per person. There is no standard deduction.
- City service fees: Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown and some other cities charge workers a flat user fee of a few dollars a week instead of an income tax.
- There is no state disability deduction in West Virginia.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $10,000 | 2.11% |
| $10,000 – $25,000 | 2.81% |
| $25,000 – $40,000 | 3.16% |
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 4.22% |
| Over $60,000 | 4.58% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is $100,000 a year after taxes in West Virginia?
About $75,500 a year, or roughly $2,905 every two weeks, for a single filer in 2026 with West Virginia tax of about $3,690.
What are the West Virginia tax rates for 2026?
2.11%, 2.81%, 3.16%, 4.22% and 4.58%, under West Virginia Code §11-21-4j.
Does West Virginia have a standard deduction?
No, but each person gets a $2,000 exemption.
Does Charleston have a city income tax?
No, but it charges a weekly city service fee to people who work there.
Estimates for 2026 based on the standard deduction; your actual withholding depends on your W-4, benefits and other income.
Sources
Rules checked: October 2026
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