Maine Paycheck Calculator
Use this free Maine paycheck calculator to estimate your take-home pay after federal income tax, FICA and Maine state income tax. Compare bi-weekly, monthly and annual net pay for a Maine salary in one view.
Per-Paycheck Breakdown
2026 Tax RulesUpdated October 2026 · 2026 federal and Maine rates ·methodology
What comes out of a Maine paycheck
A Maine paycheck starts with federal income tax, Social Security and Medicare. Maine then applies rates up to 7.15% after the $13,650 standard deduction. Local rules in Maine and payroll deductions can still change the final number.
Maine: up to 7.15% progressive tax
Maine uses progressive rates up to 7.15%. Maine subtracts the $13,650 standard deduction before applying state tax. The Maine local-tax and payroll notes below show what the state rate leaves out.
Where a Maine paycheck goes
- Federal income tax$7,670
- FICA$5,738
- Maine income tax$3,881
- Take-home pay$57,712
Maine income tax is shown separately from federal withholding, Social Security and Medicare so you can see the state share.
Maine take-home pay after taxes by salary
These Maine figures use state rates up to 7.15% and the $13,650 standard deduction for a single filer.
| Gross salary | Take-home / yr | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $40,162 | $1,545 |
| $75,000 | $57,712 | $2,220 |
| $100,000 | $73,526 | $2,828 |
| $150,000 | $104,562 | $4,022 |
Maine after-tax pay at other salaries
Open a nearby salary for the same state and the same 2026 assumptions.
Maine hourly wage after tax
- $20/hr · $41,600/yr≈ $16.34/hr net
- $30/hr · $62,400/yr≈ $23.70/hr net
- $45/hr · $93,600/yr≈ $33.40/hr net
Hourly Maine estimates assume 2,080 hours per year. The Maine estimate leaves out local taxes and separate payroll programs.
Maine income tax rate
- State system
- Progressive tax
- Rate range
- up to 7.15%
- Local income tax
- None
Rates used by this calculator. Confirm the current year with the Maine Revenue Services.
Maine income tax brackets (single filer)
Maine has 3 single-filer brackets from 5.8% to 7.15% in this calculator.
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $27,399 | 5.8% |
| $27,399 – $64,849 | 6.75% |
| $64,849+ | 7.15% |
What else affects a Maine paycheck
The calculator covers federal withholding, FICA and Maine state income tax. These rules can still change the amount you keep.
Maine local income taxes
Maine has no local income tax; the state rate applies statewide.
Maine payroll deductions
Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave is a separate payroll premium for employees and is not included in this calculator.
Maine filing and residency
Maine uses progressive rates up to 7.15% with a standard deduction and exemptions worth about $13,650 for single filers; file a Maine return if state tax was withheld.
What Maine income tax costs vs Texas
Texas has no wage income tax, so the gap below is what Maine takes for state income tax at each salary, while federal income tax and FICA stay the same.
| Gross salary | Take-home in Maine | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $40,162 | −$2,193 |
| $75,000 | $57,712 | −$3,881 |
| $100,000 | $73,526 | −$5,654 |
| $150,000 | $104,562 | −$9,229 |
State income tax and any state payroll insurance are included.
Maine net pay by filing status and pay frequency
Maine figures use the same $75,000 salary, the $13,650 standard deduction, and no pre-tax deductions. Married figures assume a joint return with one income.
| Filing status | Take-home / yr | Per check |
|---|---|---|
| Single | $57,712 | $2,220 |
| Married filing jointly | $61,856 | $2,379 |
How often you are paid
- Weekly (52/yr)$1,110
- Bi-Weekly (26/yr)$2,220
- Semi-Monthly (24/yr)$2,405
- Monthly$4,809
Annual Maine take-home divided across the standard number of pay periods.
Money moves for a Maine paycheck
State-specific points that change the number at the bottom of your check.
Estimate local withholding
The state-only number is a starting point for Maine. Check the city, county or school district rate that applies to your Maine workplace before you budget the final amount.
Ask about payroll premiums
Beyond federal withholding, Maine payroll may include a paid-leave, disability or local program. Ask payroll which deductions apply to you.
Review your state return
Keep your Maine withholding statements and confirm the filing threshold at tax time, especially if you moved or worked across state lines.
Working in Maine: what to expect
Maine depends on healthcare, tourism, fishing, forestry and a growing professional services sector in Portland.
Portland and southern Maine have the highest housing costs, while northern and Downeast Maine are more affordable but have fewer jobs.
For a Maine worker, the state rate is only one part of the picture: housing, commuting and local taxes often decide how far a paycheck actually goes.