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Maine workers pay state income tax on top of federal income tax and FICA, so understanding all three layers is key to knowing your real take-home pay.
Maine uses a three-bracket progressive income tax for tax year 2025. Single filers pay 5.8% on the first $26,800 of taxable income, 6.75% on income from $26,800 to $63,450, and 7.15% on everything above $63,450. Maine's top rate of 7.15% is notably higher than the national average and meaningfully higher than the zero-tax states like Florida, Texas, and Washington — a real consideration when comparing job offers across state lines.
Maine also provides a standard deduction of $15,000 for single filers and $30,000 for married filing jointly in 2025, which reduces the amount of income subject to state tax.
Worked example — $75,000 salary, single filer:
- Maine standard deduction: −$15,000 → taxable income: $60,000
- Bracket 1 (5.8%): $26,800 × 5.8% = $1,554
- Bracket 2 (6.75%): $33,200 × 6.75% = $2,241
- Total Maine state tax ≈ $3,795 (effective rate ≈ 5.1% on gross)
- Federal income tax (est.): ~$8,400 | FICA: ~$5,738
- Estimated take-home:
$57,067/year ($4,756/month)
Federal taxes and FICA (Social Security 6.2%, Medicare 1.45%) apply to all US workers regardless of state. Use this calculator to adjust the state rate and salary to match your own situation — results are estimates, not tax advice.
Practical example — Maine
A Maine resident earning $75,000 per year (single, standard deduction) can expect to take home approximately $57,067 after federal income tax, FICA, and Maine's progressive state income tax — an effective Maine state rate of about 5.1% on gross pay.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Does Maine have a state income tax?
Yes. Maine levies a progressive state income tax with three brackets: 5.8%, 6.75%, and 7.15% for tax year 2025. It applies to wages, salaries, and most other income earned by Maine residents.
What are Maine's income tax brackets for 2025?
For single filers in 2025: 5.8% on income up to $26,800; 6.75% on income from $26,800 to $63,450; and 7.15% on income above $63,450. Maine adjusts bracket thresholds annually for inflation using the chained CPI.
How much is taken out of a paycheck in Maine?
For a $75,000 salary (single, standard deduction), expect roughly $3,795 in Maine state income tax, about $8,400 in federal income tax, and $5,738 in FICA (Social Security + Medicare) — leaving an estimated take-home of around $57,000 per year, or about $4,756 per month.
How does Maine's income tax compare to no-tax states?
States like Florida, Texas, Nevada, and Washington have no state income tax, meaning a worker earning $75,000 there keeps roughly $3,795 more per year compared to a Maine resident with the same salary. Maine's top rate of 7.15% is one of the higher rates in New England.
Does Maine have a standard deduction?
Yes. For 2025, Maine's standard deduction is $15,000 for single filers and $30,000 for married filing jointly. This amount phases out for higher incomes (single filers with Maine income over $100,000 see a reduced deduction).