West Virginia Lottery Tax Calculator - 6.5% State Tax

The West Virginia state income tax rate on lottery winnings in 2026 is 6.5%. Calculate your exact take-home amount from any West Virginia lottery game after federal and state taxes.

West Virginia State Income Tax: 6.5%

In addition to federal taxes, West Virginia residents owe 6.5% state tax on lottery winnings.

Winning Amount

Advertised Jackpot

Payout Type

Cash Value Factor (%)

60%

Your Take-Home (After All Taxes)

$169,500,000

Effective Tax Rate: 43.5% (Federal 37% + State 6.5%)

Lump Sum Amount

$300,000,000

(60% of advertised)

Fed Withholding

$72,000,000

24% immediate

Additional Federal Tax

$39,000,000

Tax gap (37% - 24%)

West Virginia State Tax

$19,500,000

6.5% estimated state tax rate

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How West Virginia Lottery Taxes Work

West Virginia residents face federal (37%) and state (6.5%) taxes. IRS withholds 24%. Our calculator shows complete burden.

West Virginia Tax Calculation

Lump Sum = Advertised × 60%. Federal Tax = Lump Sum × 37%. State Tax = Lump Sum × 6.5%. Take-Home = Lump Sum - (Federal + State Tax).

Key Terms

Lump Sum

60% of advertised jackpot (cash value estimate)

Federal Withholding

24% taken by lottery immediately

Tax Gap

Difference between 24% withheld and 37% owed federally

State Tax

West Virginia state income tax: 6.5%

West Virginia State Income Tax Rate on Lottery Winnings 2026 Calculator

The West Virginia state income tax rate on lottery winnings 2026 is 6.5%. This calculator shows you your exact after-tax take-home from Powerball, Mega Millions, and other West Virginia lottery games, including both federal and state taxes.

West Virginia's 6.5% State Tax

West Virginia imposes 6.5% on lottery winnings. On $60M, that's $3.9M. WV withholds 6.5% on prizes over $5,000.

Total Tax Burden

Federal 37% + West Virginia 6.5% = 43.5%. With federal gap, typically 40–44%.

Mountain State Lottery

West Virginia Lottery generates revenue for education and senior programs.

Withholding

24% federal, 37% actual, plus 6.5% West Virginia on prizes over $5,000.

Lump Sum vs Annuity

6.5% for both. Annuity may help federal planning.

Regional Comparison

West Virginia's 6.5% is moderate for the region; Virginia 6%, Ohio 4%.

Tax Planning

Consult professionals before claiming.

West Virginia Games

Powerball, Mega Millions taxed at 6.5%.

West Virginia Lottery Tax FAQ

Q:West Virginia's tax rate?

Flat 6.5% on lottery prizes over $5,000.

Q:Total tax?

Federal 37% + West Virginia 6.5% = 43.5%, typically 40–44%.

Q:Lump sum vs annuity?

Both taxed at 6.5%.

Q:Move after?

If claimed in West Virginia, 6.5% applies to that win.

Q:Regional comparison?

West Virginia 6.5% vs Virginia 6%, Ohio 4%, Pennsylvania 3.07%.

Q:Revenue?

West Virginia lottery supports education and senior programs.

Q:Compared to neighbors?

West Virginia 6.5% vs Virginia 6%, Ohio 4%, Kentucky 5%.