West Virginia Paycheck Calculator
See exactly what you keep after taxes in West Virginia — enter your pay for an instant, itemized take-home breakdown.
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How West Virginia take-home pay is calculated
West Virginia taxes wage income with a graduated rate that tops out at a relatively modest 4.82% for 2025, after a series of legislated cuts trimmed rates from prior years. There are no city or county income taxes, so your state withholding is the only income-based deduction on a West Virginia paycheck. Combined with a low top rate, take-home pay in West Virginia tends to be higher than in higher-tax neighbors like Maryland or Ohio's municipalities.
Federal income tax
Progressive 10%–37%, applied after the federal standard deduction ($15,000 single / $30,000 married for 2025).
Social Security
6.2% of wages up to the $176,100 wage base.
Medicare
1.45% of all wages, plus 0.9% above $200,000.
West Virginia state income tax
Progressive 2.22% – 4.82%.
401(k) — optional
Pre-tax contributions lower your taxable income for both federal and state tax.
- Five graduated brackets ranging from 2.22% on the first $10,000 to 4.82% on income above $60,000, identical for single and married-filing-jointly filers
- West Virginia offers no standard deduction; instead it provides a personal exemption of $2,000 per allowance ($500 if zero exemptions are claimed)
- Rates were reduced effective January 1, 2025, continuing the multi-year income tax cuts that lowered the former top rate of 6.5%
West Virginia paycheck — frequently asked questions
How much is taken out of a paycheck in West Virginia? +
In West Virginia, federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%) and West Virginia state income tax (2.22% – 4.82%) are withheld. Total withholding typically lands around 25%–35% of gross pay, depending on income and filing status.
What is take-home pay? +
Take-home pay (net pay) is the amount that actually reaches your bank account after all taxes and deductions are subtracted from your gross salary. It is always lower than your headline salary.
Does West Virginia have a state income tax? +
Yes. West Virginia has a progressive state income tax (2.22% – 4.82%), charged on top of federal income tax.
Is this West Virginia paycheck calculator accurate? +
It gives a close estimate using 2025 federal and West Virginia tax brackets, the standard deduction and FICA. Your actual paycheck can vary based on local taxes, additional withholdings, benefits and your W-4. It is an estimate, not tax advice.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only using 2025 tax figures and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. Actual withholding depends on your W-4, local taxes, benefits, and other factors. Verify with a qualified professional or the relevant tax authority.