West Virginia Tax Brackets 2025
West Virginia state income tax rates for tax year 2025 — 5 progressive brackets from 2.36% to 5.12%, with separate thresholds for single filers and married filing jointly.
Tax year
2025
Type
Progressive
Rate range
2.36%–5.12%
Brackets
5
West Virginia state tax at common incomes (2025)
| Taxable income | Single — tax | Single — effective | MFJ — tax | MFJ — effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $1,712 | 3.42% | $1,712 | 3.42% |
| $75,000 | $2,952 | 3.94% | $2,952 | 3.94% |
| $100,000 | $4,232 | 4.23% | $4,232 | 4.23% |
| $150,000 | $6,792 | 4.53% | $6,792 | 4.53% |
| $250,000 | $11,912 | 4.76% | $11,912 | 4.76% |
| $500,000 | $24,712 | 4.94% | $24,712 | 4.94% |
State income tax only. Excludes federal tax, FICA, and local/city taxes. Assumes taxable income (after deductions).
2025 brackets — Single filer
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $10,000 | 2.36% |
| $10,000 – $25,000 | 3.15% |
| $25,000 – $40,000 | 3.54% |
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 4.72% |
| Over $60,000 | 5.12% |
2025 brackets — Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $10,000 | 2.36% |
| $10,000 – $25,000 | 3.15% |
| $25,000 – $40,000 | 3.54% |
| $40,000 – $60,000 | 4.72% |
| Over $60,000 | 5.12% |
About West Virginia's 2025 rates
West Virginia's progressive tax system means each portion of your income is taxed at the rate for that bracket. The state is actively reducing income tax rates annually under tax reform legislation, so rates may continue to decrease in future years. West Virginia does not tax Social Security benefits and offers a senior citizen tax credit for eligible residents.
Frequently asked questions
What are the West Virginia tax brackets for 2025?
West Virginia has 5 progressive brackets for 2025, ranging from 2.36% on the lowest bracket up to 5.12% on income above $60,000 (single filer). See the full table above for every rate and threshold.
What is the top West Virginia income tax rate in 2025?
5.12%, applied to taxable income above $60,000 for single filers ($60,000 for married filing jointly).
How much West Virginia state tax on $100,000 in 2025?
A single filer with $100,000 of taxable income owes $4,232 in West Virginia state income tax for 2025 — an effective rate of 4.23%. Married filing jointly with the same income owes $4,232 (4.23% effective). Federal tax is separate.
Are West Virginia 2025 tax brackets the same as 2024?
Bracket thresholds may have changed for 2025 via inflation indexing or legislative action. The figures on this page are the West Virginia bracket thresholds in effect for tax year 2025.