West Virginia Paycheck Calculator
Calculate your West Virginia take-home pay with our free calculator. Enter your hourly or salary pay, filing status, and deductions to see your exact paycheck after federal, state, and FICA taxes. Updated for 2025 tax year.
West Virginia Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · estimate
How to use the West Virginia Paycheck Calculator
Enter your pay
Choose hourly or salary. Enter your rate and select your pay frequency (weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly).
Set filing status
Select your federal filing status. This also affects your WV state withholding.
Add deductions
Enter pre-tax deductions like 401(k), health insurance, and HSA contributions to reduce your taxable income.
See your results
View your per-paycheck and annual breakdown: gross pay, federal tax, FICA, WV state tax, deductions, and take-home pay.
West Virginia tax details
West Virginia uses a progressive income tax with rates from 2.2% to 4.82%. Combined with federal income tax and FICA, your total withholding depends on your income, filing status, and deductions.
Key facts about West Virginia paychecks
Progressive brackets
West Virginia taxes income at graduated rates.
Filing status matters
Tax brackets vary by single, married, or head of household.
Pre-tax deductions
401(k), health insurance, and HSA reduce taxable income.
Updated for 2025
Current federal and state rates applied.
Frequently asked questions
What is the West Virginia income tax rate?
West Virginia uses a progressive income tax with rates from 2.2% to 4.82%. The amount withheld depends on your taxable income after deductions and your filing status.
What taxes are deducted from my West Virginia paycheck?
Your West Virginia paycheck includes: federal income tax (10% to 37%), Social Security (6.2% up to $176,100), Medicare (1.45%), and West Virginia state income tax. Any pre-tax deductions (401k, health insurance, HSA) reduce your taxable income.
How can I reduce my West Virginia state tax?
Maximize pre-tax deductions like 401(k) contributions, health insurance premiums, and HSA contributions. These reduce both your federal and typically your West Virginia state taxable income as well.
How do I use the West Virginia Paycheck Calculator?
Enter your hourly wage or annual salary, select your pay frequency, set your filing status, and add any pre-tax deductions. The calculator instantly shows your per-paycheck and annual take-home pay after all applicable taxes.
What is FICA?
FICA includes Social Security tax (6.2% on wages up to $176,100 in 2025) and Medicare tax (1.45% on all wages). High earners pay an additional 0.9% Medicare surtax on wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What are pre-tax deductions?
Pre-tax deductions are amounts taken from your gross pay before taxes are calculated, reducing your taxable income. Common pre-tax deductions include 401(k) contributions, health insurance premiums, HSA contributions, and FSA contributions.
How often should I check my paycheck?
Review your paycheck whenever your tax situation changes: new job, raise, change in filing status, new dependents, or at the start of each tax year when brackets and rates may update.
Is this calculator accurate?
This calculator uses 2025 federal and state tax rates and provides close estimates. Actual withholding may vary slightly based on your employer payroll system, specific state rules, and any credits or adjustments.
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only and should not be considered tax or financial advice. Actual withholding may vary based on your specific situation, employer payroll system, and current tax laws. For official tax information, consult the IRS, West Virginia tax authority, or a qualified tax professional.