Rates verified January 2026 · Source: West Virginia Dept. of Revenue

West Virginia Sales Tax Calculator 2026

Charleston 7% · Huntington 7% · Morgantown 6% · WV base 6%

West Virginia has a 6% state sales tax. Some municipalities can add up to 1% in local taxes. Most major cities including Charleston and Huntington are at 7% combined. Groceries are exempt from WV sales tax.

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Quick answer

Use 7% as the starting West Virginia sales tax rate.

The calculator below lets you add tax to a price or remove tax from a receipt total. Pick a city when available, or type the exact local rate from the official source.

State base rate

Average combined

6.55%

Charleston rate

7% combined

Calculator

City (optional — fills rate)

Sales tax rate — type any % (editable)

Change this anytime — no extra click. Verify final rates with your state or country tax authority.

Amount before tax

Quick amounts

Enter an amount to see the result.

Educational tool only — not tax advice. Confirm rates before filing or pricing for customers.

West Virginia combined rates by city — 2026 reference

Charleston
Kanawha County · State 6% + City 1%
7%
Huntington
Cabell County · State 6% + City 1%
7%
Morgantown
Monongalia County · State 6% only
6%
Parkersburg
Wood County · State 6% + City 1%
7%
Wheeling
Ohio County · State 6% + City 1%
7%
Weirton
Hancock/Brooke · State 6% + City 1%
7%
Fairmont
Marion County · State 6% + City 1%
7%
Beckley
Raleigh County · State 6% + City 1%
7%

ZIP and district rules can differ. Verify on West Virginia Dept. of Revenue.

Formula

How to calculate West Virginia sales tax

Multiply the taxable price by the combined state and local rate. Then add the tax amount to the original price to get the final checkout total.

Sales tax formula

Sales tax = item price x (rate / 100)

Final total = item price + sales tax

Enter the item price before tax.
Use the city rate above or type the exact local rate from the official source.
Calculate the sales tax amount and final total instantly.

Example	Formula	Tax	Total
$100 purchase in Charleston	$100.00 x 7%	$7.00	$107.00
$250 purchase in Huntington	$250.00 x 7%	$17.50	$267.50
Reverse tax from $107 in Charleston	$107 ÷ 1.07000 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $7.00 was sales tax.	$100.00 before tax	$100.00 before tax

West Virginia sales tax examples

Common receipt calculations using high-search city rates.

$100 purchase in Charleston

$107 total

$100.00 × 7% = $7.00 sales tax in Charleston, West Virginia.

$250 purchase in Huntington

$267.5 total

$250.00 × 7% = $17.50 sales tax in Huntington, West Virginia.

Reverse tax from $107 in Charleston

$100.00 before tax

$107 ÷ 1.07000 ≈ $100.00 pre-tax; about $7.00 was sales tax.

State rate: 6%

Avg combined: 6.55%

Economic nexus: $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in West Virginia

Filing: Monthly, Quarterly, or Annual

West Virginia Sales Tax

West Virginia has a 6% state sales tax. Most incorporated cities add a 1% municipal tax for a combined 7%. Rural unincorporated areas remain at the flat 6% state rate. Groceries are exempt.

West Virginia combined rates by city

Combined rates vary across West Virginia. Reference cities on this page include: Charleston (7%), Huntington (7%), Morgantown (6%), Parkersburg (7%), Wheeling (7%), Weirton (7%). ZIP codes and special districts can differ — use the official lookup linked above for address-level filing.

Common exemptions in West Virginia

Common exemptions include: Groceries; Prescription drugs; Medical equipment. Restaurant meals, prepared food, and many services are often taxable even when groceries are exempt.

Online sellers and economic nexus

Out-of-state sellers that exceed $100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in West Virginia in West Virginia generally must register and collect tax on taxable sales delivered into the state. Marketplace facilitators often remit tax on behalf of third-party sellers.

How to use this calculator

Pick a city from the list or type the combined percentage from your WV tax lookup. Enter a pre-tax amount to add sales tax, or use reverse mode to split tax from a receipt total. Businesses should validate address-level rates in certified tax software before filing returns.

Often taxable in West Virginia

General merchandise
Electronics
Clothing
Restaurant meals

Common exemptions

Groceries
Prescription drugs
Medical equipment

Common mistakes to avoid

Using only the state rate

West Virginia's 6% state rate is only the starting point. Charleston is 7% combined.

Subtracting tax from a gross total

To reverse sales tax, divide by 1 + (rate ÷ 100). Do not subtract the percentage from the tax-inclusive price.

Treating groceries and clothing the same

Exemptions differ by item. Review West Virginia rules for food, apparel, medicine, and digital goods before invoicing.

Quoting the average rate for every address

The 6.55% average is useful for estimates; use address-level rates for compliance and customer quotes.

Official West Virginia sales tax source

Rates and rules on this page were last reviewed in January 2026 against West Virginia Dept. of Revenue. Use the linked authority for filing, registrations, or address-specific compliance.

Rates on this page were compared to West Virginia official Department of Revenue publications as of January 2026.
Charleston is listed at 7% combined (State 6% + City 1%). Confirm ZIP-level rates before filing.
Destination-based rules usually apply to shipped orders — use the delivery address rate, not the seller's warehouse rate, unless official guidance says otherwise.

West Virginia sales tax — frequently asked questions

What is the West Virginia sales tax rate in 2026?

West Virginia state rate is 6%. Most major cities add 1% for a combined 7%. Rural areas may be 6%.

Are groceries taxed in West Virginia?

No. Groceries are exempt from West Virginia sales tax.

What is the sales tax rate in Charleston, WV?

Charleston uses about 7% combined sales tax (State 6% + City 1%). Always verify the current rate for your exact address.

Is clothing taxable in West Virginia?

Clothing and footwear are generally taxable in West Virginia at the combined state and local rate unless a specific exemption applies.

Does West Virginia charge sales tax on online purchases?

Remote sellers and marketplaces that exceed West Virginia's economic nexus threshold ($100,000 in sales OR 200 transactions in West Virginia) generally must collect West Virginia sales tax based on the delivery address.

How do I reverse West Virginia sales tax from a receipt total?

Divide the tax-inclusive total by 1 plus the combined rate as a decimal. At 6.55% combined: $108 ÷ 1.08 ≈ $100 before tax.

Is shipping taxable in West Virginia?

Rules differ by state. See our shipping tax calculator and West Virginia Department of Revenue guidance to learn whether delivery, freight, and handling are taxable on your order.

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Use the correct West Virginia sales tax rate

Use this page for quick West Virginia sales tax estimates, receipt checks, and reverse tax calculations. For the most accurate result, choose the closest city rate or verify the exact address-level rate with the official source, then enter that percentage in the calculator.

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Disclaimer: Rates are for informational and educational purposes and may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the official West Virginia revenue authority or a qualified professional before filing or making business decisions.