Maryland Paycheck Calculator 2026
Progressive 2% to 5.75% state income tax + county tax
Use this free Maryland paycheck calculator to estimate your 2026 take-home pay after federal tax, FICA, and state withholding.
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2026 Tax Year
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How Maryland Taxes Affect Your Paycheck
Maryland applies progressive state income tax rates from 2% to 5.75%, and most full-time workers are in one of the middle brackets on at least part of their income.
In addition to state tax, Maryland counties and Baltimore City impose piggyback income taxes, generally between 2.25% and 3.2%, which can significantly change take-home pay by location.
Because county rates vary, two workers with the same salary can have different net pay depending on county of residence.
Maryland Income Tax Brackets (2026)
| 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+ | 5.75% |
Other Maryland Payroll Taxes
Maryland does not have a CA-style state disability payroll tax, but county piggyback income tax withholding is a major paycheck factor and should be checked against your specific county rate.
Federal Payroll Taxes Still Apply
No matter which state you live in, paychecks include federal income tax withholding plus FICA taxes. For most workers in 2026, FICA equals 6.2% Social Security (up to the wage base) and 1.45% Medicare on all wages.
Higher earners may also pay Additional Medicare Tax (0.9%) above the federal threshold. This page's example uses standard single-filer assumptions for a quick benchmark.
$75,000 Salary Example (Maryland, Single Filer, 2026)
| Item | Estimated Annual Amount |
|---|---|
| Gross Salary | $75,000 |
| Federal Income Tax | $9,615 |
| State Income Tax | $3,510 |
| FICA (Social Security + Medicare) | $5,738 |
| Estimated Take-Home Pay | $56,137 |
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