Maryland Income Tax Calculator
Estimate your 2026 Maryland state income tax in seconds. Enter your annual income and filing status — this free Maryland income tax calculator applies the verified 2026 Maryland brackets, standard deduction, exemptions and credits. Runs entirely in your browser.
In 2026, Maryland has a graduated income tax ranging from 2% to 6.5%. Maryland offers a $3,350 standard deduction for single filers ($6,700 joint) and a $3,200 personal exemption per filer. Excludes Maryland's county and city 'piggyback' income taxes, which add roughly another 2% to 3.2% in most counties — your real withholding is higher than shown.
Maryland 2026 Income Tax Brackets
| Taxable income (Single) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2% |
| Over $1,000 – $2,000 | 3% |
| Over $2,000 – $3,000 | 4% |
| Over $3,000 – $100,000 | 4.75% |
| Over $100,000 – $125,000 | 5% |
| Over $125,000 – $150,000 | 5.25% |
| Over $150,000 – $250,000 | 5.5% |
| Over $250,000 – $500,000 | 5.75% |
| Over $500,000 – $1,000,000 | 6.25% |
| Over $1,000,000 | 6.5% |
Married filing jointly
| Taxable income (Joint) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,000 | 2% |
| Over $1,000 – $2,000 | 3% |
| Over $2,000 – $3,000 | 4% |
| Over $3,000 – $150,000 | 4.75% |
| Over $150,000 – $175,000 | 5% |
| Over $175,000 – $225,000 | 5.25% |
| Over $225,000 – $300,000 | 5.5% |
| Over $300,000 – $600,000 | 5.75% |
| Over $600,000 – $1,200,000 | 6.25% |
| Over $1,200,000 | 6.5% |
Marginal rates: only income inside each band is taxed at that band's rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Maryland income tax rate for 2026?
Maryland has a graduated income tax ranging from 2% to 6.5%.
What deductions and exemptions does Maryland offer?
Maryland offers a $3,350 standard deduction for single filers ($6,700 joint) and a $3,200 personal exemption per filer.
How accurate is this Maryland income tax estimate?
It is an annualized estimate: your income minus the 2026 standard deduction (and any state exemptions/credits shown), run through 2026 marginal brackets. It does not include pre-tax deductions like 401(k) contributions, itemized deductions, phaseouts, or local income taxes. Your actual liability can differ.
Sources
Tax figures verified September 2026 for tax year 2026.
Estimate only — not tax advice. This calculator annualizes your income, subtracts the 2026 standard deduction (and state personal exemptions/credits where shown), and applies 2026 marginal brackets. It does not model pre-tax deductions (401(k), health insurance), itemized deductions, credits you may qualify for, phaseouts, or local/city/county income taxes. Consult a tax professional for your situation.