West Virginia Income Tax Calculator

Estimate your 2026 West Virginia state income tax in seconds. Enter your annual income and filing status — this free West Virginia income tax calculator applies the verified 2026 West Virginia brackets, standard deduction, exemptions and credits. Runs entirely in your browser.

In 2026, West Virginia has a graduated income tax ranging from 2.11% to 4.58%. West Virginia offers a $2,000 personal exemption per filer. SB 392 cut every West Virginia rate by 5% retroactive to January 1, 2026. Single and joint filers share the same thresholds; married-filing-separately thresholds are halved.

Good to know: SB 392 cut every West Virginia rate by 5% retroactive to January 1, 2026. Single and joint filers share the same thresholds; married-filing-separately thresholds are halved.

West Virginia 2026 Income Tax Brackets

Taxable income (Single)Rate
$0 – $10,0002.11%
Over $10,000 – $25,0002.81%
Over $25,000 – $40,0003.16%
Over $40,000 – $60,0004.22%
Over $60,0004.58%

Marginal rates: only income inside each band is taxed at that band's rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the West Virginia income tax rate for 2026?

West Virginia has a graduated income tax ranging from 2.11% to 4.58%.

What deductions and exemptions does West Virginia offer?

West Virginia offers a $2,000 personal exemption per filer.

How accurate is this West Virginia income tax estimate?

It is an annualized estimate: your income minus the 2026 standard deduction (and any state exemptions/credits shown), run through 2026 marginal brackets. It does not include pre-tax deductions like 401(k) contributions, itemized deductions, phaseouts, or local income taxes. Your actual liability can differ.

Sources

Tax figures verified September 2026 for tax year 2026.

Estimate only — not tax advice. This calculator annualizes your income, subtracts the 2026 standard deduction (and state personal exemptions/credits where shown), and applies 2026 marginal brackets. It does not model pre-tax deductions (401(k), health insurance), itemized deductions, credits you may qualify for, phaseouts, or local/city/county income taxes. Consult a tax professional for your situation.