2024–2025 State Tax Model

Maine Paycheck Calculator

Calculate your exact Maine take-home pay after federal taxes, FICA (Social Security & Medicare), and Maine state withholdings.

Estimated Take-Home Pay (Per Paycheck)
$1,894.25
Net Pay based on selected frequency
🏛️ Federal Income Tax
$214.30
🏥 FICA (SS & Medicare)
$179.78
🌲 Maine State Tax
$111.67
📊 Annual Net Take-Home
$49,250.50

How Maine Paycheck Withholding Works

Three progressive tax brackets (5.8% up to $26,050, 6.75% up to $61,600, and 7.15% above $61,600) fully conforming to the federal standard deduction.

When computing your net pay in Maine, your payroll provider deducts three mandatory tax layers before issuing direct deposit:

  • Federal Income Tax: Progressive federal tax brackets ranging from 10% to 37% based on your IRS Form W-4 and federal standard deduction ($14,600 Single / $29,200 Married for 2024).
  • FICA Taxes: Mandatory federal payroll taxes comprising 6.2% Social Security (capped at $168,600 in wages) and 1.45% Medicare (uncapped, plus 0.9% additional Medicare for high earners).
  • Maine State Income Tax: Graduated rates from 5.80% to 7.15%.

Maine Paycheck Tax Withholding Rates & Tiers

Tax Layer Effective Rate Standard Exemption / Deduction Jurisdiction
Federal Income Tax 10% to 37% (Progressive) $14,600 Single / $29,200 Married IRS (Federal)
Social Security (FICA) 6.20% Wage base cap at $168,600 Federal
Medicare (FICA) 1.45% No wage cap Federal
Maine State Tax Graduated rates from 5.80% to 7.15% State-specific standard allowance Maine Dept. of Revenue

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the state income tax rate in Maine?
Maine levies Graduated rates from 5.80% to 7.15%. Your exact net paycheck depends on your gross salary, pay frequency, pre-tax retirement or health deductions, and W-4 withholding allowances.
How does pay frequency affect my Maine take-home pay?
Your annual gross salary remains unchanged, but dividing it by 52 (weekly), 26 (bi-weekly), 24 (semi-monthly), or 12 (monthly) determines the per-paycheck tax bracket thresholds and withholding amounts.
Are 401(k) and health insurance contributions taxed in Maine?
Pre-tax contributions like traditional 401(k), HSA, and FSA plans reduce your federal and Maine state taxable wages, saving you immediate income tax on every paycheck.

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