2026 Per Diem Calculator for West Virginia
When traveling for business in West Virginia, here are the per diem rates you’re allowed for hotels, meals, and incidentals.
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Per Diem Rates for Lodging in West Virginia
The General Services Administration set the per diem rates on a monthly basis for all destinations in West Virginia. Here are the per diem rates that apply in West Virginia when you travel there for business.
City | County | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Charles Town | Jefferson | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 | $122 |
Charleston | Kanawha | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 |
Per Diem Rates for Meals and Incidentals in West Virginia
City | County | Lodging | Meals & Incidentals rate | Trip totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $73 | $183 |
Charles Town | Jefferson | $122 | $73 | $195 |
Charleston | Kanawha | $115 | $73 | $188 |
Frequently visited states for business
Planning a business trip to West Virginia
Per diem rates in West Virginia can differ by destination and, in some markets, by month. Before booking, compare the city rate in this calculator with your company’s corporate travel policy—including any hotel cap, booking-channel rule, or approval requirement.
Where business travelers stay in West Virginia
For a trip involving Charleston, Morgantown, and Huntington, compare the city-specific rate with the meeting address, arrival time, and ground-transport plan; the most practical hotel is not always the lowest-priced option.
Conferences, meetings, and company offsites
When an agenda combines client meetings, a conference, or an offsite in West Virginia, choose the rate for the actual overnight location rather than a nearby market. Confirm the venue, airport, and hotel plan before the trip so attendees are working from the same assumptions.
Using per diem and documenting expenses
Per diem is an allowance framework, not a substitute for an employer’s rules. Treat each qualifying business expense according to your policy, retain supporting documentation when required, and submit an expense report with the business purpose and trip details your organization requests.
Top Industries:
- Energy: Major producer of coal and natural gas.
- Healthcare: Includes major medical centers and healthcare services.
- Education: Home to universities like West Virginia University.
- Manufacturing: Includes machinery, electronics, and chemicals.
- Tourism: Attractions include natural parks, historical sites, and outdoor recreation.
- Agriculture: Includes production of livestock, poultry, and crops.
- Retail: Includes both national chains and local retailers.
- Forestry: Involves timber management and forest products.
- Transportation and Logistics: Includes major transportation infrastructure and logistics companies.
- Technology: Growing sector with a focus on software and data services.
Some of the Biggest Companies:
- Gino’s Pizza & Spaghetti House (Charleston): Operates a chain of pizza and Italian restaurants.
- United Bank (Charleston): Provides banking and financial services.
- West Virginia Division of Highways (Charleston): Manages state transportation infrastructure.
- Appalachian Power (Charleston): Major energy provider.
