James Capehart (March 7, 1847 – April 28, 1921) was a businessman and political figure in the Democratic Party from West Virginia.
He served as a United States Representative from West Virginia in the 52nd and 53rd Congresses.
After returning to West Virginia, he worked as president of the Point Pleasant National Bank, beginning in 1901.
Around 1903 Capehart renewed his interest in agriculture, growing fruit in Brevard County, Florida.
He was buried in Lone Oak Cemetery, Point Pleasant, West Virginia.