Maryland Income Tax Calculator 2026
Calculate your Maryland state income tax for 2026. Maryland uses a progressive tax system with rates up to 6.5%.
By Konstantin Iakovlev · Updated October 19, 2026 · Methodology
Federal Income Tax
$7,670.00
Effective Tax Rate
10.23%
Marginal Tax Rate
22%
FICA (SS + Medicare)
$5,737.50
Total Tax Burden
$16,606.38
After-Tax Income
$58,393.63
Tax Calculation Breakdown
| Gross Income | $75,000.00 |
| Above-the-Line Deductions | - $0.00 |
| Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) | $75,000.00 |
| Standard Deduction | - $16,100.00 |
| Taxable Income | $58,900.00 |
| 10% on $0.00 – $12,400.00 | $1,240.00 |
| 12% on $12,400.00 – $50,400.00 | $4,560.00 |
| 22% on $50,400.00 – $105,700.00 | $1,870.00 |
| Federal Income Tax (before credits) | $7,670.00 |
| Federal Income Tax (after credits) | $7,670.00 |
| Social Security (6.2%) | $4,650.00 |
| Medicare (1.45%) | $1,087.50 |
| Total FICA | $5,737.50 |
| Maryland Taxable Income | $68,450.00 |
| Maryland Income Tax | $3,198.88 |
| Total Tax | $16,606.38 |
| After-Tax Annual Income | $58,393.63 |
| Monthly Take-Home | $4,866.14 |
Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Maryland Income Tax Overview
Maryland runs a graduated income tax, meaning the rate rises in steps as taxable income grows rather than applying one flat percentage. The lowest earnings are taxed at the bottom rate, and only the income above each threshold is taxed at the next rate up, with the schedule topping out at 6.5% on the highest band. A single filer can subtract a standard deduction of $3,350 before the brackets are applied.
This state tax stacks on top of federal income tax, so the two systems run in parallel on the same return season but with separate brackets and rules. Anyone who lives in Maryland generally owes tax on all their income, and nonresidents who earn money in the state owe on the Maryland-source portion. The Comptroller of Maryland administers the tax, and most residents also owe a county or Baltimore City income tax that is filed and paid together with the state return.
Maryland Income Tax Brackets 2026 (Single Filer)
| Taxable Income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2% |
| $1,001 – $2,000 | 3% |
| $2,001 – $3,000 | 4% |
| $3,001 – $100,000 | 4.75% |
| $100,001 – $125,000 | 5% |
| $125,001 – $150,000 | 5.25% |
| $150,001 – $250,000 | 5.5% |
| $250,001 – $500,000 | 5.75% |
| $500,001 – $1,000,000 | 6.25% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 6.5% |
Maryland Tax Snapshot
| State Sales Tax | 6.00% |
| Avg. Property Tax | 0.90% |
| Minimum Wage | $15.00/hr |
| Estate Tax | Yes (exemption: $5,000,000) |
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