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Maryland Income Tax Calculator 2026 — Federal + State Combined

Top 5.75% state + up to 3.2% county tax. Wealthy DC suburbs. Strong job market.

Progressive state income tax (top rate 5.75%)

Note: County taxes add 2.25–3.2% (mandatory in all counties)

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Federal + Maryland Combined Tax — 2026

Includes federal income tax, Maryland state tax, and FICA (Social Security 6.2% + Medicare 1.45%).

Gross Income Federal Tax MD State Tax FICA Take-Home Eff. Rate
$50,000 $3,820 $2,201 $3,825 $40,154 19.7%
$75,000 $7,670 $3,389 $5,738 $58,203 22.4%
$100,000 $13,170 $4,576 $7,650 $74,604 25.4%
$150,000 $24,734 $7,126 $11,475 $106,665 28.9%

Maryland State Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Progressive brackets — higher income is taxed at higher rates on each incremental dollar. Standard deduction: $2,550.

Income Range Rate
$0 – $1,000 2%
$1,000 – $2,000 3%
$2,000 – $3,000 4%
$3,000 – $100,000 4.75%
$100,000 – $125,000 5%
$125,000 – $150,000 5.25%
$150,000 – $250,000 5.5%
$250,000 – and above 5.75%

Other Taxes in Maryland (2026)

State Sales Tax
6%
Local taxes may apply
Avg. Property Tax
1.07%
% of home assessed value
Cost of Living
119
Index (100 = US average)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maryland income tax rate for 2026?

Maryland has progressive state income tax brackets in 2026, with a top rate of 5.8%. At $75,000 gross income, state tax is approximately $3,389 (4.5% effective state rate).

What is total (federal + state) take-home on $100,000 in Maryland?

On $100,000 in Maryland (2026): Federal income tax ≈ $13,170, Maryland state tax ≈ $4,576, FICA (SS + Medicare) ≈ $7,650. Total taxes: $25,396. Take-home: $74,604 (25.4% combined effective rate).

Does Maryland have sales tax?

Maryland's state sales tax rate is 6%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add additional taxes, so the combined rate you pay may be higher.

How does Maryland compare globally?

See how your take-home pay in Maryland compares to other countries like the UK, Germany, Canada, Singapore, and Australia.

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