Kanawha County sales tax rate, West Virginia
Quick answer
Combined sales tax in Kanawha County runs 7% across the cities we cover, on top of West Virginia's 6% state rate. The county share is a separate line from any city or special-district increment, which is why two addresses in the same county can pay different totals.
Cities in Kanawha County
County share shown separately from the city and district layers.
| City | State | County | City + districts | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 6% | 0% | 1% | 7% |
Source: West Virginia Tax Division · rates as published for 2026