Maryland Paycheck Calculator 2026
Calculate your exact take-home pay in Maryland after federal and state taxes (Maryland has a state income tax).
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Maryland Income Tax Overview
Maryland has a progressive state income tax with rates up to 6.5%, but Maryland is distinctive because every county (and Baltimore City) adds its own income tax — called a county income tax — ranging from 2.25% to 3.2%. Baltimore City charges 3.2%, as do Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. This means Maryland workers in major areas effectively pay 9-10% in combined state and county income tax — among the highest effective rates in the nation for middle earners. Maryland's standard deduction is modest at $3,350 for single filers. No additional city-within-county income taxes apply beyond the county rate. Compared to neighboring Virginia (up to 5.75%, no county tax) and Pennsylvania (3.07% flat, city taxes in major cities), Maryland's combined burden is notably higher.
Maryland Tax Brackets 2026
| Tax Rate | Income Range | Max Tax in Bracket |
|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 – $1,000 | $20 |
| 3% | $1,000 – $2,000 | $30 |
| 4% | $2,000 – $3,000 | $40 |
| 4.8% | $3,000 – $100,000 | $4,608 |
| 5% | $100,000 – $125,000 | $1,250 |
| 5.3% | $125,000 – $150,000 | $1,313 |
| 5.5% | $150,000 – $250,000 | $5,500 |
| 5.8% | $250,000 – $500,000 | $14,375 |
| 6.3% | $500,000 – $1,000,000 | $31,250 |
| 6.5% | $1,000,000 – and above | — |