West Virginia has state and local sales taxes. The state sales tax rate is 6%. Some cities charge an extra 1% local sales tax. The total sales tax rate can range from 6% to 7%.
Tax Collection and Management
Sales tax applies when buying tangible goods and some services. The seller collects the sales tax and sends it to West Virginia. As a seller, you must properly manage sales tax collection and payments. If not, you risk penalties and interest charges.
The West Virginia State Tax Department oversees sales tax collection and management in the state.
Comparison with Other States
Thirteen states impose sales tax rates of 5% or less. Five states have no sales tax: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon. Sales tax rates range from 0% to 7.25% in California when combined state and local taxes are included.