Maine Paycheck Calculator 2026
Maine uses three graduated rates, a standard deduction, and a personal exemption for you and your spouse. Enter your pay to see the net amount per period.
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Estimated take-home pay (Bi-weekly (every 2 weeks))
$2,238.76
$58,208 per year · 77.6% of gross
Deduction breakdown (per paycheck)
- Gross pay
- $2,884.62
- − Federal income tax
- $295.00
- − Social Security (FICA)
- $178.85
- − Medicare (FICA)
- $41.83
- − Maine state income tax
- $130.18
- Take-home pay
- $2,238.76
Estimate for 2026 using the rules on our methodology page. It is not tax advice; your employer's withholding and your return can differ.
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Create a pay stub from these numbersHow taxes work in Maine
Maine uses a progressive state income tax with marginal rates ranging from 5.8% to 9.2%. As with the federal system, only the portion of your income that falls inside each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
Before the brackets apply, Maine subtracts a standard deduction of about $15,700 for single filers.
These state brackets are applied in addition to federal income tax and FICA, all of which are withheld from each Maine paycheck.
What changes a Maine paycheck?
For 2026 Maine Revenue Services lists rates of 5.8%, 6.75%, and 7.15%. Single filers reach 6.75% above $27,400, while heads of household reach it above $41,100 and joint filers above $54,850, so filing status matters more here than in many states.
The 2026 standard deduction is $15,700 single, $23,550 head of household, and $31,400 joint. The personal exemption is $5,300 for you, plus $5,300 for a spouse on a joint return. A new 2% surcharge applies to taxable income above $1,000,000 (single) or $1,500,000 (joint and head of household), which the model includes as a 9.15% top bracket.
The estimate leaves out the reduction of the deduction and exemption at high income, dependents, and any state paid family and medical leave contribution taken from your check.
Example: take-home pay on $60,000 in Maine
Here's how a $60,000 salary breaks down for a single filer paid bi-weekly in Maine. After all taxes, take-home pay is about $48,018 per year — 80% of gross. Adjust the calculator above for your own numbers.
| Line item | Per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $60,000 | $2,308 |
| − Federal income tax | $5,020 | $193 |
| − Social Security (FICA) | $3,720 | $143 |
| − Medicare (FICA) | $870 | $33 |
| − Maine state income tax | $2,372 | $91 |
| Take-home pay | $48,018 | $1,847 |
Estimate for a single filer, 2026 tax year, no pre-tax deductions. Figures are rounded. See our methodology for assumptions.
Take-home pay at other salaries in Maine
Single filer, paid every two weeks, 2026 rules, no pre-tax deductions.
| Salary | ME tax | Take-home per year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,102 | $33,218 | $1,278 |
| $60,000 | $2,372 | $48,018 | $1,847 |
| $85,000 | $4,060 | $64,568 | $2,483 |
| $120,000 | $6,559 | $86,691 | $3,334 |
Maine income tax rates used for 2026
Single
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $27,400 | 5.8% |
| $27,400 – $64,850 | 6.75% |
| $64,850 – $1,000,000 | 7.15% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 9.15% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $54,850 | 5.8% |
| $54,850 – $129,750 | 6.75% |
| $129,750 – $1,500,000 | 7.15% |
| Over $1,500,000 | 9.15% |
- Standard deduction: $15,700 single, $31,400 married filing jointly.
- Personal exemption: $5,300 single, $10,600 married filing jointly.
Sources and limitations
The 2026 Maine tax inputs on this page are based on Maine tax source. The estimate covers federal income tax, state income tax, Social Security, and Medicare. It does not include local taxes, state disability or unemployment withholding, tax credits, pre-tax benefits, or employer-specific deductions.
Review the full calculation methodology and tax sources.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Maine have a state income tax?
Maine has a progressive state income tax (5.8%–9.2%), withheld in addition to federal income tax and FICA.
What are the Maine income tax rates?
Maine has progressive brackets with marginal rates from 5.8% to 9.2%. Only income within each bracket is taxed at that bracket's rate.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Maine?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), and Medicare (1.45%) are withheld nationwide. In addition, Maine withholds state income tax as described above. Use the calculator on this page for an estimate based on your salary.