Maryland Paycheck Calculator 2026
Calculate your take-home pay in Maryland after federal tax, Maryland state income tax, and FICA for 2026. Real-time updates as you type.
| Item | Per paycheck | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Gross | $2,885 | $75,000 |
| Federal income tax | -$295 | -$7,670 |
| Maryland state tax | -$123 | -$3,199 |
| FICA (SS + Medicare) | -$221 | -$5,738 |
| Net take-home | $2,246 | $58,394 |
Example: $75,000 salary in Maryland
A single filer earning $75,000 per year paid biweekly in Maryland would take home approximately $2,246 per paycheck ($58,394 annually) after all taxes. Effective tax rate: 22.1%.
Maryland 2026 Tax Brackets (Single Filer)
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2.00% |
| $1,000 – $2,000 | 3.00% |
| $2,000 – $3,000 | 4.00% |
| $3,000 – $100,000 | 4.75% |
| $100,000 – $125,000 | 5.00% |
| $125,000 – $150,000 | 5.25% |
| $150,000 – $250,000 | 5.50% |
| $250,000 – $500,000 | 5.75% |
| $500,000 – $1,000,000 | 6.25% |
| $1,000,000 and up | 6.50% |
Local taxes in Maryland
Every Maryland county (and Baltimore City) levies a local piggyback income tax ranging from 2.25% to 3.20% of taxable income. Average effective local rate is around 2.4%. Local tax is withheld alongside state tax. Not included in this calculator.
Notes about paychecks in Maryland
- Maryland has 10 progressive state brackets topping out at 6.50% on income over $1 million (single) / $1.2 million (MFJ) — the top two brackets were added in 2025.
- Every Maryland county and Baltimore City adds a local income tax of 2.25%–3.20% on top of state tax, making combined rates among the highest in the U.S.
- Maryland has a small standard deduction ($3,350 / $6,700) and a separate personal exemption that phases out at higher incomes.
- Maryland does not tax Social Security benefits and offers a pension exclusion for taxpayers 65+.
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Disclaimer: Estimates only. Actual withholding depends on W-4 elections, pre-tax benefits, city/local taxes, and specific deductions. Consult a tax professional for financial decisions.