West Virginia Sales
Tax Rate
West Virginia has a 6% statewide base sales tax rate. With local district taxes added on top, combined rates can reach as high as 7% depending on where a purchase is made.
6% – 7%
West Virginia combined sales tax rate for 2026
West Virginia (state)6%
District rate range0% – 1%
Combined sales tax rate range6% – 7%
Roughly 30 municipalities (Charleston, Huntington, etc.) impose the additional 1% Municipal Sales & Use Tax.
Sources: WV Tax Division — Sales & Use Tax. Last verified: August 14, 2026.
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