West Virginia judgment & prejudgment interest rates
Everything West Virginia charges in interest on a money judgment or an overdue debt, in one place — the rate after judgment and the rate before it, each verified against the statute and linked to its full page with sources, history, and carve-outs.
| Metric | Rate | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Post-judgment interest | 6.25% | Set by statute |
| Prejudgment interest | 6.25% | Formula rate |
Post-judgment interest
West Virginia's post-judgment interest rate is 6.25% per year. West Virginia post-judgment interest is currently 6.25% — a statutory formula rate under W. Va. Code § 56-6-31 that resets twice a year. Formula and rate apply to both (unified by 2017 amendment eff. Jan 1, 2018) — pre-judgment keyed to the rate on Jan 2 of the year the CAUSE OF ACTION…
→ Full West Virginia post-judgment page — statute, effective-date history, and source.
Prejudgment interest
West Virginia's prejudgment interest rate is 6.25% per year (formula rate). West Virginia prejudgment interest is currently 6.25% per year — a statutory formula rate under W. Va. Code § 56-6-31(b) that resets twice a year. Prejudgment interest is available ONLY on special damages and liquidated damages — NOT on general/unliquidated damages.
→ Full West Virginia prejudgment page — when it applies, accrual, compounding, and carve-outs.
Frequently asked
What is the post-judgment interest rate in West Virginia?
As of January 1, 2026, the West Virginia post-judgment interest rate is 6.25% per year. West Virginia judgment interest — a formula rate, reset twice a year.
What is the prejudgment interest rate in West Virginia?
West Virginia's prejudgment interest rate is 6.25% per year (formula rate). Prejudgment interest is available ONLY on special damages and liquidated damages — NOT on general/unliquidated damages.
Is West Virginia judgment interest simple or compound, and when does it start?
See each rate's page for the exact compounding rule, accrual date, and statutory carve-outs — West Virginia prejudgment interest in particular turns on the type of claim.
Compare every state on the state interest-rate index and the prejudgment interest index, or run the numbers with our interest calculators. Reference data only — not legal advice.