TaxWrenPaychecks in Maine for 2026
On a $75,000 salary, a single filer in Maine takes home about $57,712 a year ($2,220 every two weeks) after $7,670 of federal income tax, $5,738 of Social Security and Medicare and $3,881 of Maine income tax.
That is the 49th highest take-home pay of 51 (50 states and DC) for this salary, $1,347 a year below the median state.
Of its neighbors, New Hampshire would leave you with more: up to $3,881 a year in New Hampshire.
Maine salary after taxes
Single filer, no pre-tax deductions, 2026.
| Salary | Federal | FICA | State | Take-home | Every 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,528 | $32,792 | $1,261 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $2,193 | $40,162 | $1,545 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,868 | $47,522 | $1,828 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $3,881 | $57,712 | $2,220 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $5,654 | $73,526 | $2,828 |
| $125,000 | $18,734 | $9,563 | $7,442 | $89,262 | $3,433 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $9,229 | $104,562 | $4,022 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $12,804 | $136,123 | $5,235 |
Maine vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on a $75,000 salary, single filer.
| State | State taxes | Total tax | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine | $3,881 | $17,288 | $57,712 |
| New Hampshire | $0 | $13,408 | $61,593 |
How Maine taxes changed
For 2026, Maine lowered the single standard deduction from $15,000 to $8,350. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit rises from $3,712 to $4,152 (+$441).
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 7.15% | 7.15% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $15,000 | $8,350 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $3,712 | $4,152 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $57,871 | $57,712 |
Each year uses that year's federal and Maine rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
What this estimate simplifies
- Maine offers a refundable dependent credit of $305 for dependents ages six and older and $610 for dependents ages five and under (2025 amounts).
- Maine's personal exemption begins to phase out for taxpayers with income exceeding $333,450 (single filers) or $400,100 (MFJ) in tax year 2025. These phaseout thresholds are adjusted annually for inflation. The standard deduction amounts for 2025 are phased out for taxpayers with Maine income over $100,000 (single filers) or $200,050 (MFJ). The dependent personal exemption is structured as a tax credit and begins to phase out for taxpayers with income exceeding $125,000 (head of household) or $150,000 (married filing jointly).
Sources: Maine revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32, SSA. See our methodology.
Maine paycheck FAQ
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Maine?
About $57,712 a year, or $4,809 a month, for a single filer in 2026 with no pre-tax deductions. Total tax is $17,288 (23.1% of salary).
How much is $100,000 a year after taxes in Maine?
About $73,526 a year, or $2,828 every two weeks, for a single filer in 2026.
Does Maine have a state income tax?
Maine has a graduated income tax with 3 rates from 5.8% to 7.15%; the top rate starts at $64,849 of taxable income for single filers.
Do 401(k) contributions lower my taxes?
Yes. Traditional 401(k) and 403(b) contributions come out before federal income tax, which lowers your tax bill, although Social Security and Medicare still apply to them. Add your contributions under "Make it more accurate".