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Maryland Paycheck Calculator 2026
Your take-home pay in Maryland after federal, Social Security, Medicare and state taxes. Updated November 15, 2026.
Take-home pay every two weeks
$1,842.45
$47,904 a year · 20.16% total tax
Single filer, one job, standard deduction.
Maryland paycheck example: $60,000 salary
| Item | Per paycheck | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Maryland income tax | −$95.63 | −$2,486.38 |
| Take-home pay | $1,842.45 | $47,903.62 |
Paid every two weeks (26 paychecks).
How Maryland taxes your paycheck
| Taxable income (single) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2% |
| $1,000 – $2,000 | 3% |
| $2,000 – $3,000 | 4% |
| $3,000 – $100,000 | 4.75% |
| $100,000 – $125,000 | 5% |
| $125,000 – $150,000 | 5.25% |
| $150,000 – $250,000 | 5.5% |
| $250,000 – $500,000 | 5.75% |
| $500,000 – $1,000,000 | 6.25% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 6.5% |
- Standard deduction (single): $3,350
- Personal exemption: $3,200
Local income tax in Maryland
Counties in Maryland charge their own income tax on top of the state tax, on the same taxable income. Pick your location in the calculator above to add it.
| County | Rate |
|---|---|
| Allegany County | 3.2% |
| Baltimore City | 3.2% |
| Baltimore County | 3.2% |
| Calvert County | 3.2% |
| Caroline County | 3.2% |
| Carroll County | 3.03% |
| Cecil County | 2.74% |
| Charles County | 3.03% |
| Dorchester County | 3.3% |
| Garrett County | 2.65% |
| Harford County | 3.06% |
| Howard County | 3.2% |
| Kent County | 3.3% |
| Montgomery County | 3.2% |
| Prince George's County | 3.2% |
| Queen Anne's County | 3.2% |
| Somerset County | 3.2% |
| St. Mary's County | 3.2% |
| Talbot County | 2.4% |
| Washington County | 2.95% |
| Wicomico County | 3.2% |
| Worcester County | 2.25% |
| Anne Arundel County | 2.7%–3.2% |
| Frederick County | 2.25%–3.2% |
Federal taxes on a Maryland paycheck
Federal taxes are the same in every state. In 2026 a single filer gets a $16,100 standard deduction, and the rest of the salary is taxed through these brackets. On top of that, 6.2% goes to Social Security on wages up to $184,500 and 1.45% to Medicare.
| Taxable income (single) | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $12,400 | 10% |
| $12,400 – $50,400 | 12% |
| $50,400 – $105,700 | 22% |
| $105,700 – $201,775 | 24% |
| $201,775 – $256,225 | 32% |
| $256,225 – $640,600 | 35% |
| Over $640,600 | 37% |
On a $60,000 salary in Maryland, federal income tax takes 8.4% of gross pay, Social Security and Medicare take 7.65%, and Maryland takes 4.1%. You keep 79.8%.
Maryland take-home pay by salary
| Salary | Take-home / year | Per month | Total tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $25,224 | $2,102 | 15.92% |
| $40,000 | $32,784 | $2,732 | 18.04% |
| $50,000 | $40,344 | $3,362 | 19.31% |
| $60,000 | $47,904 | $3,992 | 20.16% |
| $75,000 | $58,394 | $4,866 | 22.14% |
| $100,000 | $74,794 | $6,233 | 25.21% |
| $150,000 | $106,875 | $8,906 | 28.75% |
| $200,000 | $139,277 | $11,606 | 30.36% |
Hourly wage to take-home pay in Maryland
Based on 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year (2,080 hours).
| Hourly wage | Gross / year | Take-home / year | Kept per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 | $31,200 | $26,131 | $12.56 |
| $18 | $37,440 | $30,848 | $14.83 |
| $20 | $41,600 | $33,993 | $16.34 |
| $25 | $52,000 | $41,856 | $20.12 |
| $30 | $62,400 | $49,718 | $23.90 |
| $40 | $83,200 | $63,773 | $30.66 |
| $50 | $104,000 | $77,418 | $37.22 |
$60,000 in Maryland by pay period
| Paid | Paychecks a year | Gross | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly | 52 | $1,153.85 | $921.22 |
| Biweekly | 26 | $2,307.69 | $1,842.45 |
| Semi-monthly | 24 | $2,500.00 | $1,995.98 |
| Monthly | 12 | $5,000.00 | $3,991.97 |
What a raise is worth in Maryland
Your last dollars are taxed more heavily than your first. This is how much of an extra $1,000 of salary reaches your bank account.
| Current salary | You keep of the next $1,000 | Goes to taxes |
|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $756 | $244 |
| $60,000 | $756 | $244 |
| $100,000 | $656 | $344 |
| $150,000 | $631 | $369 |
How Maryland ranks for take-home pay
On a $60,000 salary, Maryland ranks 40th of 51 (50 states and DC) for take-home pay, at $47,904 a year. The top-ranked states, which take nothing from wages, leave $50,390, which is $2,486 more. Oregon leaves the least, $45,992. Among its neighbors, West Virginia leaves the most ($48,524) and Delaware the least ($47,737). The ranking is before any city or county income tax. See the full ranking of all states.
Take-home pay in Maryland vs. neighboring states
| State | Take-home on $60,000 | vs. Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $47,904 | — |
| Delaware | $47,737 | −$167 |
| Pennsylvania | $48,506 | +$602 |
| Virginia | $47,754 | −$150 |
| West Virginia | $48,524 | +$620 |
| District of Columbia | $47,937 | +$33 |
Before any city or county income tax.
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Maryland?
A single filer earning $60,000 in Maryland takes home about $47,904 a year in 2026, or $3,991.97 a month. That is after $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare and $2,486 of Maryland income tax.
Does Maryland have a state income tax?
Yes. Maryland taxes wages at rates from 2% to 6.5%.
What is taken out of a paycheck in Maryland?
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500), Medicare (1.45%), Maryland income tax. Some places also charge a local income tax, which you can add in the calculator.
How much is $20 an hour after taxes in Maryland?
Working 40 hours a week, $20 an hour is $41,600 a year before taxes. A single filer in Maryland keeps about $33,993 of it in 2026: $1,307.43 every two weeks, or $16.34 for each hour worked.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Maryland?
A $100,000 salary leaves a single filer in Maryland about $74,794 a year in 2026, or $6,233 a month. Total taxes come to 25.21% of pay.
Is Maryland a good state for take-home pay?
On a $60,000 salary Maryland ranks 40th out of the 50 states and DC for take-home pay. A worker keeps $2,486 a year less than in the top-ranked states and $1,912 more than in Oregon, which leaves the least.
How much of a raise do I keep in Maryland?
At $60,000, an extra $1,000 of salary adds about $756 to your take-home pay in Maryland. The rest goes to federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and Maryland income tax.
What does this calculator not include?
It assumes a single filer with one job who takes the standard deduction. It does not include 401(k) or health insurance deductions, tax credits for children.
Sources and limits
- IRS, Revenue Procedure 2025-32: federal brackets and standard deduction for 2026
- Social Security Administration: 2026 contribution and benefit base
- Maryland tax agency, 2026 figures
- Local income tax rates in Maryland
Estimates for tax year 2026. Not tax advice. Your actual paycheck depends on your W-4, benefits and deductions.
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