Maine Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in Maine, take-home pay is about $47,526 a year, or $1,827.91 every two weeks, after federal and state taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,827.91 every two weeks
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Maine income tax | −$98.63 | −$2,564.38 |
| Paid Family and Medical Leave | −$11.54 | −$300.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,827.91 | $47,525.63 |
How Maine taxes your paycheck
Maine withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 5.8% to 7.15%, plus a 2% surcharge on the highest incomes.
Employees also pay:
- Paid Family and Medical Leave: 0.5% of wages up to $184,500
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: Maine's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in Maine by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $912.90 | $26,336.30 | $1,012.93 |
| $20 an hour | $1,568.10 | $34,037.50 | $1,309.13 |
| $25 an hour | $2,284.38 | $41,677.63 | $1,602.99 |
| $30 an hour | $3,038.38 | $49,280.03 | $1,895.39 |
| $40 an hour | $4,547.30 | $62,813.90 | $2,415.92 |
| $50,000 a year | $2,139.38 | $40,215.63 | $1,546.75 |
| $60,000 a year | $2,864.38 | $47,525.63 | $1,827.91 |
| $75,000 a year | $3,951.88 | $57,640.63 | $2,216.95 |
| $100,000 a year | $5,832.50 | $73,347.50 | $2,821.06 |
| $125,000 a year | $8,023.70 | $88,679.80 | $3,410.76 |
| $150,000 a year | $10,242.45 | $103,548.55 | $3,982.64 |
Single filer, standard Form W-4, paid every two weeks; hourly wages assume 40 hours a week. State taxes are income tax plus payroll deductions.
Maine vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $0 | $50,390 |
| Maine | $2,864 | $47,526 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Maine's income tax on wages?
Maine withholds state income tax at graduated rates from 5.8% to 7.15%, plus a 2% surcharge on the highest incomes. The exact amount depends on your pay, filing status and the withholding certificate you give your employer.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Maine?
About $47,526 a year, or $1,827.91 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do Maine employees pay?
Besides income tax, Maine employees pay Paid Family and Medical Leave (0.5% of wages up to $184,500). Everyone also pays Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
What does this estimate leave out?
It leaves out tax credits, itemized deductions and extra withholding you ask for on your W-4. Your actual tax for the year is settled when you file your return.