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Sales tax deduction in West Virginia

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Is Sales Tax Deductible in West Virginia?

Short answer: Only instead of income tax: itemizers in West Virginia pick sales tax (6% state rate, about 6.6% with local taxes) or state income tax, whichever is bigger. Vehicles pay a 6% titling sales tax at the DMV (flat $30 if the net price is under $500); municipal sales taxes (up to 1%) do not apply to vehicle sales.

Use the IRS Sales Tax Deduction Calculator or your receipts, add sales tax paid on a car, boat, or home-building materials, and stay within the $40,400 SALT cap (Schedule A line 5a).

Records to keep: Keep your state return, W-2s and 1099s (1099-R, SSA-1099), and any state credit worksheets. Check your state revenue department's current-year instructions before you file.