Take-Home Hourly Rate Calculator for West Virginia Servers
What West Virginia servers and bartenders actually take home per hour. Pre-filled with the West Virginia tipped minimum of $2.62/hr — adjust to your real wage if higher.
Last reviewed Apr 23, 2026
West Virginia tipped wage rules
- Tipped minimum cash wage: $2.62/hr
- Regular minimum wage: $8.75/hr
- Tip credit: Allowed (federal style)
- Effective: 2026-01-01
West Virginia permits the federal tip credit, so your base wage may be as low as $2.62/hr. Your employer must make up the difference if tips don't bring you to $8.75/hr.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor — Minimum Wages for Tipped Employees
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How this is calculated
- Multiply hours by your hourly wage → base pay.
- Add card tips and cash tips, then subtract tip-out → take-home.
- Divide take-home by hours worked → your take-home hourly rate.
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FAQ
What is the tipped minimum wage in West Virginia?
As of 2026-01-01, West Virginia's tipped minimum wage is $2.62/hr and the regular minimum wage is $8.75/hr. West Virginia permits the federal tip credit, so your base wage may be as low as $2.62/hr. Your employer must make up the difference if tips don't bring you to $8.75/hr.
How is take-home hourly rate calculated for West Virginia servers?
Multiply hours by your base wage (in West Virginia, often $2.62/hr), add card and cash tips, then subtract tip-out. Divide by hours worked. The calculator above does this for you.
Should I include cash tips?
Yes. Cash tips are part of take-home. Track them daily and include them here.