Maryland Salary Calculator 2026

A Maryland (MD) salary and income tax calculator. Enter your salary to see your take-home pay after federal tax, state tax, Social Security and Medicare, and how Maryland ranks against every other state.

Updated November 2, 2026 for 2026 federal and Maryland tax rates

Progressive — up to 5.75%Baltimore, Columbia, Silver SpringAll 50 States Ranked

Maryland salary after taxes (2026)

On $75,000 a year, a single filer in Maryland keeps $55,947, or $4,662 a month. Maryland takes $5,646 of that salary in state tax.

Maryland salary after taxes, single filer, 2026
SalaryMD state taxTake-home / yearPer monthKept
$40,000$2,934$31,387$2,61678%
$50,000$3,709$38,647$3,22177%
$75,000$5,646$55,947$4,66275%
$100,000$7,584$71,597$5,96672%
$150,000$11,634$102,157$8,51368%

Need the per-paycheck breakdown or hourly pay? Use the Maryland paycheck calculator.

How Maryland ranks for take-home pay

Rank among all 50 states and DC (1 = keeps the most), single filer. Ties share a rank.

Maryland take-home pay rank among 51 states by salary
SalaryRank of 51Maryland take-homeBest stateGap to best
$40,000#51$31,387$34,320$2,934
$50,000#51$38,647$42,355$3,709
$75,000#51$55,947$61,593$5,646
$100,000#51$71,597$79,180$7,584
$150,000#49$102,157$113,791$11,634

See every state side by side on the take-home pay by state page. City and county income taxes are not included, except the average county tax shown below.

Maryland income tax rates 2026

State Tax Type

Progressive

Up to 5.75%

Std. Deduction (Single)

$2,400

Reduces taxable income

Social Security

6.2%

Up to $184,500

Medicare

1.45%

All wages (+ 0.9% > $200K)

Income Tax Brackets — Single Filer

$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+
5.75%

Additional Payroll Taxes

County/Local Tax (avg)3.00%

How Take-Home Pay Is Calculated in Maryland

Your Maryland net pay = Gross Salary − Federal Tax − State Tax − FICA − Pre-Tax Deductions.

Gross = Hourly Rate × Hours × Weeks OR stated annual salary

Example:

Example: $75,000 annual salary

$75,000
= $75,000 gross

Federal Tax = Apply 2026 brackets to (Gross − Standard Deduction − Pre-Tax Deductions)

Example:

$75,000 single filer

$7,670 federal tax
= 10.2% effective

Variables:

10% - $0 – $12,400
12% - $12,400 – $50,400
22% - $50,400 – $105,700
24% - $105,700 – $201,775

State Tax = Apply state brackets to (Gross − State Std. Deduction)

Example:

$75,000 in Maryland

Maryland tax and payroll add-ons on $75,000
= $5,646

Variables:

Std. Deduction - $2,400 single / $4,850 MFJ

FICA = (Social Security: 6.2% up to $184,500) + (Medicare: 1.45%)

Example:

$75,000

$4,650 Social Security + $1,088 Medicare
= $5,738 FICA

Variables:

SS Rate - 6.2% up to $184,500
Medicare - 1.45% all wages (+0.9% above $200K)

These formulas provide the mathematical foundation for the calculations. Actual results may vary based on rounding, compounding frequency, and specific lender policies.

Maryland salary calculator FAQs

Quick answers about take-home pay and taxes in Maryland.

How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Maryland?

A single filer earning $75,000 in Maryland takes home about $55,947 a year, $4,662 a month or $2,152 every two weeks. That is after $7,670 of federal tax, $5,646 of Maryland tax and $5,738 of Social Security and Medicare.

Does Maryland have a state income tax?

Yes. Maryland uses brackets that rise with income, from 2% up to 5.75%. Most people pay a much lower average rate than the top rate.

Is Maryland a good state for take-home pay?

On a $75,000 salary Maryland ranks 51 of 51 (50 states plus DC). You keep $55,947, versus $61,593 in the best state and $55,947 in Maryland, the lowest.

What can lower my taxes in Maryland?

Pre-tax 401(k) contributions (up to $24,500 in 2026), HSA contributions and payroll health insurance reduce your federal taxable income and, in most cases, your Maryland taxable income. Enter them in the calculator to see the effect.

Sources and how we calculate

Federal brackets, the standard deduction and FICA rates come from the IRS and SSA for 2026. State brackets, deductions and payroll taxes come from each state's revenue department. Figures last checked on November 2, 2026.

Read our calculation methodology.

Maryland Take-Home Calculator Reviews

Disclaimer: Results are estimates for planning only and do not constitute tax, legal, lending, or investment advice. Actual paycheck and tax outcomes can vary based on employer settings, local rules, and personal elections. Consult a qualified US tax professional, CFP, or attorney before making financial decisions.