TaxWrenPaychecks in Maryland for 2026
On a $75,000 salary, a single filer in Maryland takes home about $58,394 a year ($2,246 every two weeks) after $7,670 of federal income tax, $5,738 of Social Security and Medicare and $3,199 of Maryland income tax.
That is the 39th highest take-home pay of 51 (50 states and DC) for this salary, $665 a year below the median state.
Of its neighbors, Pennsylvania and West Virginia would leave you with more: up to $896 a year in Pennsylvania.
Maryland also has local (county or city) income taxes. They average 2.4% of adjusted gross income statewide (2023 IRS and Census data compiled by the Tax Foundation) and are not included in these estimates.
Maryland 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 | $1,536 | $32,784 | $1,261 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $2,011 | $40,344 | $1,552 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $2,486 | $47,904 | $1,842 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $3,199 | $58,394 | $2,246 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $4,386 | $74,794 | $2,877 |
| $125,000 | $18,734 | $9,563 | $5,620 | $91,084 | $3,503 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $6,916 | $106,875 | $4,111 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $9,650 | $139,277 | $5,357 |
Maryland vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on a $75,000 salary, single filer.
| State | State taxes | Total tax | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $3,199 | $16,606 | $58,394 |
| District of Columbia | $3,429 | $16,836 | $58,164 |
| Delaware | $3,609 | $17,017 | $57,984 |
| Pennsylvania | $2,303 | $15,710 | $59,290 |
| Virginia | $3,498 | $16,906 | $58,094 |
| West Virginia | $2,546 | $15,953 | $59,047 |
How Maryland taxes changed
Maryland's rates and deductions did not change for 2026. State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit is unchanged at $3,389.
| 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Top income tax rate | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| Standard deduction (single) | $3,350 | $3,350 |
| State tax on $85,000 of 1099 profit | $3,389 | $3,389 |
| Take-home on a $75,000 salary | $58,115 | $58,394 |
Each year uses that year's federal and Maryland rules, so the take-home row also reflects federal changes. Federal changes · All data updates
What this estimate simplifies
- The exemption amount has the following phaseout schedule: If AGI is above $100,000 for single filers and above $150,000 for married filers, the $3,200 exemption begins to be phased out. If AGI is above $150,000 for single filers and above $200,000 for married filers, the exemption is phased out entirely.
Sources: Maryland revenue department, Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32, SSA. See our methodology.
Maryland paycheck FAQ
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Maryland?
About $58,394 a year, or $4,866 a month, for a single filer in 2026 with no pre-tax deductions. Total tax is $16,606 (22.1% of salary).
How much is $100,000 a year after taxes in Maryland?
About $74,794 a year, or $2,877 every two weeks, for a single filer in 2026.
Does Maryland have a state income tax?
Maryland has a graduated income tax with 10 rates from 2% to 6.5%; the top rate starts at $1,000,000 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".