Maryland Paycheck Calculator (2026)
Maryland taxes wages at 2% to 6.5% in 2026. Enter your salary or hourly pay to see your take-home pay per paycheck after federal, state and local taxes.
Maryland take-home pay by salary (2026)
| Salary | State + local tax (single) | Take-home (single) | Per paycheck (biweekly) | Take-home (married) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,808 | $24,477 | $941 | $26,422 |
| $50,000 | $3,398 | $38,957 | $1,498 | $41,522 |
| $75,000 | $5,385 | $56,207 | $2,162 | $59,762 |
| $100,000 | $7,373 | $71,807 | $2,762 | $77,862 |
| $150,000 | $11,705 | $102,086 | $3,926 | $112,362 |
| $200,000 | $16,114 | $132,813 | $5,108 | $143,996 |
Maryland income tax brackets 2026
| Rate | Single (taxable income) | Married filing jointly |
|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 – $1,000 | $0 – $1,000 |
| 3% | $1,000 – $2,000 | $1,000 – $2,000 |
| 4% | $2,000 – $3,000 | $2,000 – $3,000 |
| 4.75% | $3,000 – $100,000 | $3,000 – $150,000 |
| 5% | $100,000 – $125,000 | $150,000 – $175,000 |
| 5.25% | $125,000 – $150,000 | $175,000 – $225,000 |
| 5.5% | $150,000 – $250,000 | $225,000 – $300,000 |
| 5.75% | $250,000 – $500,000 | $300,000 – $600,000 |
| 6.25% | $500,000 – $1,000,000 | $600,000 – $1,200,000 |
| 6.5% | $1,000,000+ | $1,200,000+ |
Standard deduction: $3,400 single, $6,800 married filing jointly; personal exemption $3,200; $3,200 per dependent.
Maryland tax details
- Brackets per the Comptroller's 2026 memo (6.25% and 6.5% top brackets added in 2025). HOH and qualifying surviving spouse use the joint brackets.
- Exemption $3,200 phases out by federal AGI: single/MFS $1,600 at $100,001-$125,000, $800 at $125,001-$150,000, $0 above; joint/HOH $3,200 to $150,000, $1,600 to $175,000, $800 to $200,000, $0 above.
- 2% capital-gains surtax (AGI over $350,000) does not affect wages.
- Local taxes: County/Baltimore City income tax on Maryland taxable income, by county of residence: 2026 range 2.25% (Worcester) to 3.30% (Dorchester, Kent). 3.20% is the most common (Montgomery, Prince George's, Baltimore City/County, Howard, etc.). Anne Arundel (2.70-3.20%) and Frederick (2.25-3.20%) are graduated. Nonresidents pay a special 2.25% instead.
Sources: marylandcomptroller.gov · marylandcomptroller.gov · marylandcomptroller.gov · mgaleg.maryland.gov
Frequently asked questions
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Maryland?
About $56,207 a year, or $2,162 every two weeks, for a single filer in 2026. That is after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 FICA and $5,385 state and local income tax.
Does Maryland have a state income tax?
Yes. Maryland has graduated rates from 2% to 6.5% in 2026.
What is the minimum wage in Maryland?
See the Maryland minimum wage page for 2026 and 2027 rates.
Are there local income taxes in Maryland?
County/Baltimore City income tax on Maryland taxable income, by county of residence: 2026 range 2.25% (Worcester) to 3.30% (Dorchester, Kent). 3.20% is the most common (Montgomery, Prince George's, Baltimore City/County, Howard, etc.). Anne Arundel (2.70-3.20%) and Frederick (2.25-3.20%) are graduated. Nonresidents pay a special 2.25% instead.