Work · Income tax
Income Tax on $20,000 in West Virginia
A $20,000 income in West Virginia owes about $882 in 2026 income tax (4.4% effective), leaving $19,118 after income tax.
| Income | $20,000 |
| Federal income tax | -$390 |
| West Virginia income tax | -$492 |
| After income tax | $19,118 |
FAQ
How much income tax on $20,000 in West Virginia?
For 2026, a single filer with $20,000 of income owes about $882 in income tax - $390 federal and $492 to West Virginia. That is an effective income-tax rate of 4.4%.
What is left after income tax?
About $19,118 after federal and state income tax. This is before Social Security and Medicare - see the take-home pay page for your full net paycheck.