Maine Paycheck Calculator
Maine's lowest rate of 5.8% is higher than most states' top rate — but the $11,600 deduction helps.
Maine has three income tax brackets from 5.8% to 7.15%. Even the lowest bracket starts higher than most states' top rates, but the $11,600 standard deduction offsets this.
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Maine Paycheck FAQ
Common questions about paychecks and taxes in Maine
What is the Maine state income tax rate?
Maine has three income tax brackets: 5.8% on the first $21,100 (single), 6.75% on income from $21,100 to $50,000, and 7.15% on income over $50,000. An $11,600 standard deduction applies.
Is Maine a high-tax state?
Maine's lowest bracket of 5.8% is higher than most states' top rates. The $11,600 standard deduction helps offset this — for a $50,000 earner, the effective rate drops to about 4.5%.
How does Maine's generous deduction offset the high starting rate?
Maine's $11,600 standard deduction is among the largest in the nation. For a $50,000 earner, this shields nearly a quarter of income, bringing the effective rate closer to 4.5% despite the 5.8%+ bracket rates.
Does Maine tax Social Security?
Maine does not tax Social Security benefits, following the same exclusion as the federal government for most recipients.
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