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Maine Income Tax Calculator 2026 — Federal + State Combined

Top 7.15% rate. Quality of life. Portland ME is a food/culture scene. Remote work friendly.

Progressive state income tax (top rate 7.15%)

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Federal + Maine Combined Tax — 2026

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

Gross Income Federal Tax ME State Tax FICA Take-Home Eff. Rate
$50,000 $3,820 $2,142 $3,825 $40,213 19.6%
$75,000 $7,670 $3,830 $5,738 $57,762 23.0%
$100,000 $13,170 $5,612 $7,650 $73,568 26.4%
$150,000 $24,734 $9,187 $11,475 $104,604 30.3%

Maine State Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Progressive brackets — higher income is taxed at higher rates on each incremental dollar. Standard deduction: $14,600.

Income Range Rate
$0 – $26,050 5.8%
$26,050 – $61,600 6.75%
$61,600 – and above 7.15%

Other Taxes in Maine (2026)

State Sales Tax
5.5%
Local taxes may apply
Avg. Property Tax
1.24%
% of home assessed value
Cost of Living
112
Index (100 = US average)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maine income tax rate for 2026?

Maine has progressive state income tax brackets in 2026, with a top rate of 7.1%. At $75,000 gross income, state tax is approximately $3,830 (5.1% effective state rate).

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

On $100,000 in Maine (2026): Federal income tax ≈ $13,170, Maine state tax ≈ $5,612, FICA (SS + Medicare) ≈ $7,650. Total taxes: $26,432. Take-home: $73,568 (26.4% combined effective rate).

Does Maine have sales tax?

Maine's state sales tax rate is 5.5%. Local jurisdictions (cities and counties) may add additional taxes, so the combined rate you pay may be higher.

How does Maine compare globally?

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

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Updated for 2026 tax year