Maryland Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your Maryland paycheck after 2026 federal and state taxes. Maryland uses graduated state income tax (top rate 6.5%).
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Last verified Oct 2026. Partly estimated
- Income tax: Maryland revenue agency; rates, brackets and deductions cross-checked with the Tax Foundation 2026 state table.
- County income tax (statewide avg. ~3.07%, estimate): estimate
- Minimum wage and overtime: US DOL state table (July 1, 2026).
- Federal: IRS 2026, SSA wage base.
Maryland take-home pay by hourly wage (40 h/week, single)
| Hourly | Gross / yr | Federal | FICA | State | Net / yr | Net biweekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00 | $31,200 | $1,564 | $2,387 | $2,076 | $25,173 | $968.19 |
| $18.00 | $37,440 | $2,313 | $2,864 | $2,564 | $29,699 | $1,142.26 |
| $20.00 | $41,600 | $2,812 | $3,182 | $2,890 | $32,716 | $1,258.31 |
| $25.00 | $52,000 | $4,060 | $3,978 | $3,703 | $40,259 | $1,548.43 |
| $30.00 | $62,400 | $5,308 | $4,774 | $4,516 | $47,802 | $1,838.55 |
| $40.00 | $83,200 | $9,474 | $6,365 | $6,143 | $61,219 | $2,354.56 |
| $50.00 | $104,000 | $14,050 | $7,956 | $7,769 | $74,225 | $2,854.80 |
Maryland take-home pay by salary (single vs. married)
| Salary | Net (single) | Effective rate | Net (married, 1 income) | Monthly (single) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $24,303 | 19.0% | $26,034 | $2,025.22 |
| $40,000 | $31,556 | 21.1% | $33,707 | $2,629.63 |
| $50,000 | $38,809 | 22.4% | $41,160 | $3,234.05 |
| $60,000 | $46,062 | 23.2% | $48,553 | $3,838.47 |
| $75,000 | $56,091 | 25.2% | $59,432 | $4,674.26 |
| $100,000 | $71,724 | 28.3% | $77,565 | $5,976.97 |
| $125,000 | $87,246 | 30.2% | $95,697 | $7,270.50 |
| $150,000 | $102,270 | 31.8% | $112,130 | $8,522.49 |
| $200,000 | $133,137 | 33.4% | $144,234 | $11,094.77 |
Maryland payroll rules at a glance (2026)
- Minimum wage: $15.00/hour.
- Overtime: Overtime after 40 hours per week under state law and the FLSA; no daily overtime. Maryland overtime calculator.
- State income tax: 2.0%–6.5%. Other withholding: County income tax (statewide avg. ~3.07%, estimate).
- Federal: 2026 brackets 10%–37%, standard deduction $16,100 single / $32,200 married; Social Security 6.2% up to $184,500; Medicare 1.45% (+0.9% over $200k).
Frequently asked questions
How much is $60,000 after taxes in Maryland?
About $46,062 a year ($1,771.60 biweekly) for a single filer in 2026, using the standard deduction.
Does Maryland have state income tax?
Yes. Maryland taxes wages with graduated rates from 2.0% to 6.5%.
What is the Maryland minimum wage in 2026?
$15.00 per hour.
When is overtime paid in Maryland?
Overtime after 40 hours per week under state law and the FLSA; no daily overtime.
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Last updated October 10, 2026. How we calculate · Disclaimer