West Virginia Payroll Hours Calculator 2026

Calculate your West Virginia hourly paycheck after federal income tax, West Virginia state tax (progressive brackets), Social Security, and Medicare.

2026 IRS Data West Virginia Tax Included Overtime Included

Weekly Paycheck Breakdown

Regular pay (40h × $25.00)$1,000.00
Gross Weekly Pay$1,000.00
Federal income tax$78.26
Social Security (6.2%)$62.00
Medicare (1.45%)$14.50
State income tax$65.00
Net Weekly Pay$780.24

Annual Gross

$52,000.00

Annual Net

$40,572.50

Effective Tax Rate

22.0%

West Virginia Taxes — Frequently Asked Questions

Does West Virginia have state income tax in 2026?

Yes. West Virginia uses progressive state income tax brackets. On a $85,000 salary (single filer) the state tax comes to $3,464 for 2026, with a marginal state rate of 5.12% — on top of $10,072 federal income tax and $6,503 FICA.

How much is $85,000 after taxes in West Virginia?

A single filer earning $85,000 in West Virginia takes home approximately $64,962 per year — about $5,414/month or $2,499 per biweekly paycheck. Total taxes: $20,038 (23.57% effective rate), split between federal income tax ($10,072), FICA ($6,503), and West Virginia state tax ($3,464).

How much is $120,000 after taxes in West Virginia?

On a $120,000 salary in West Virginia, a single filer keeps approximately $87,782 per year ($7,315/month). The overall effective tax rate is 26.85%, of which $5,256 is West Virginia state income tax.

What is the West Virginia state tax on a $65,000 salary?

Approximately $2,440 for 2026 (single filer). Combined with $5,672 federal income tax and $4,973 FICA, total deductions reach $13,084 and take-home pay is $51,916.

What percentage of my paycheck goes to taxes in West Virginia?

Between 20.13% and 26.85% for salaries in the $65,000–$120,000 range (single filer, 2026 rates). The biggest pieces are federal income tax and 7.65% FICA; West Virginia state tax adds roughly 4.07% at $85,000. Use the payroll hours calculator above for your exact numbers.