Maine Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Maine after federal income tax, Maine state income tax, and FICA.
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Federal income taxAnnual: −$13,170.00
- Gross income
- $100,000
- Federal standard deduction
- −$16,100
- Federal taxable income
- $83,900
| Bracket | Rate | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| $0–$12,400 | 10.0% | $1,240 |
| $12,400–$50,400 | 12.0% | $4,560 |
| $50,400–$105,700 | 22.0% | $7,370 |
| Total | $13,170 | |
Source:IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-32 (drop PDF) — Section 4.01 Tax Rate Tables and Section 3.14 Standard Deduction, tax year 2026fetched June 17, 2026
State income taxAnnual: −$5,128.80
- Gross income
- $100,000
- State standard deduction
- −$21,000
- Maine taxable income
- $79,000
| Bracket | Rate | Tax |
|---|---|---|
| $0–$27,400 | 5.8% | $1,589 |
| $27,400–$64,850 | 6.75% | $2,528 |
| $64,850–$1,000,000 | 7.15% | $1,012 |
| Total | $5,129 | |
Source:Maine Revenue Services — Individual income tax (1040ME) rate schedulesfetched June 18, 2026
Social SecurityAnnual: −$6,200.00
- Wages subject to Social Security
- $100,000
$100,000 × 6.2% = $6,200
Source:SSA Office of the Chief Actuary — Contribution and Benefit Basefetched June 17, 2026
MedicareAnnual: −$1,450.00
- Wages subject to Medicare
- $100,000
$100,000 × 1.45% = $1,450Medicare has no wage cap.
Source:IRS Topic No. 751 — Social Security and Medicare withholding ratesfetched June 17, 2026
Updated June 18, 2026Source: Maine Revenue Services — Individual income tax (1040ME) rate schedules
Maine income tax, explained
Maine has a progressive income tax for 2026 — three regular brackets of 5.8%, 6.75%, and 7.15%, plus a new 2% high-income surcharge (an effective 9.15% top rate) on Maine taxable income over $1,000,000 for single filers and $1,500,000 for married couples filing jointly or heads of household. For single filers the 6.75% rate begins above $27,399 and the 7.15% rate above $64,849; for married couples filing jointly the 6.75% rate begins above $54,849 and the 7.15% rate above $129,749.
Maine's standard deduction phases out for high earners (roughly $100,000–$177,000 for single filers) — a phase-out this estimate does not model, so it understates tax for high incomes. Head-of-household uses Maine's official 2026 schedule (6.75% over $41,100, 7.15% over $97,300); married-filing-separately uses the single brackets but with Maine's lower $750,000 surcharge threshold.
Maine income tax brackets (2026)
Marginal rates for single filers — each rate applies only to the income within its range.
Single filers · 2026 tax year
| Rate | Taxable income |
|---|---|
| 5.8% | $0 – $27,400 |
| 6.75% | $27,400 – $64,850 |
| 7.15% | $64,850 – $1,000,000 |
| 9.15% | $1,000,000 and up |
Example take-home pay in Maine
Single filer, 2026 rates, before any pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | Federal | State | FICA | Take-home | / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $1,697 | $3,825 | $40,658 | $3,388 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $3,385 | $5,738 | $58,208 | $4,851 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $5,129 | $7,650 | $74,051 | $6,171 |
Frequently asked questions
- What is Maine's income tax rate for 2026?
- Maine has three regular brackets — 5.8%, 6.75%, and 7.15% — plus a 2% high-income surcharge (an effective 9.15% top rate) for 2026. For single filers the 6.75% rate starts above $27,399 of taxable income and the 7.15% rate above $64,849.
- What is Maine's standard deduction?
- Maine gives a standard deduction ($15,700 single / $31,400 married filing jointly for 2026) plus a $5,300 personal exemption per filer (and spouse, if filing jointly); this estimate folds them into one deduction. Both phase out at higher incomes, which this estimate does not model.
- Does Maine have a high-income surtax for 2026?
- Yes. For tax years beginning in 2026, Maine added a 2% surcharge on Maine taxable income above $1,000,000 (single), $1,500,000 (married filing jointly or head of household), or $750,000 (married filing separately) — an effective 9.15% top rate, which this estimate models. Source: Maine Revenue Services' 2026 individual income tax rate schedules.
Compare other states
Where you live changes your take-home pay. Compare similar states and popular no-income-taxdestinations — a common check when you’re weighing a move:
- Alabamaup to 5.0%
- Arkansasup to 3.7%
- Californiaup to 13.3%
- Connecticutup to 6.99%
- TexasNo tax
- FloridaNo tax
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Estimate only — not tax advice. This calculator gives an approximate take-home figure based on 2026 federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare (FICA), and, where shown, state income tax. It does not account for tax credits (such as the Child Tax Credit or EITC), the Alternative Minimum Tax, preferential capital-gains rates, or itemized deductions beyond the standard deduction. Your actual paycheck may differ. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice specific to your situation.