West Virginia Paycheck Calculator

West Virginia Paycheck Taxes in 2026

West Virginia state income tax for 2026: 2.11% - 4.58%. Our 2026 tax engine applies WV's progressive schedule (top marginal rate 4.58%).

Every West Virginia paycheck also has federal FICA withheld: Social Security at 6.2% of gross wages up to the $184,500 wage base (2026) and Medicare at 1.45% of all wages, plus an additional 0.9% Medicare surtax on wages above $200,000 per year.

The minimum wage in West Virginia is $8.75 per hour.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much state income tax does West Virginia take out of my paycheck?

West Virginia state income tax for 2026 is 2.11% - 4.58%. Our 2026 tax engine applies WV's progressive schedule (top marginal rate 4.58%). Enter your gross pay and pay frequency above for an exact per-paycheck estimate.

How much are Social Security and Medicare (FICA) taxes in West Virginia?

FICA is federal, so it is the same in West Virginia as in every state: Social Security is 6.2% of gross wages up to the 2026 wage base of $184,500, and Medicare is 1.45% of all wages, with an additional 0.9% withheld on wages above $200,000 per year.

What is the minimum wage in West Virginia in 2026?

The minimum wage in West Virginia is $8.75 per hour. Enter your actual hourly rate or salary in the calculator to estimate your take-home pay per pay period.