Maryland (MD) Tax Rates — 2026
Income Tax
5.75%
Sales Tax
6%
Property Tax
1.01%
Income Tax
Type: Graduated (marginal brackets)
| From | To | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $1,000 | 2% |
| $1,000 | $2,000 | 3% |
| $2,000 | $3,000 | 4% |
| $3,000 | $100,000 | 4.75% |
| $100,000 | $125,000 | 5% |
| $125,000 | $150,000 | 5.25% |
| $150,000 | $250,000 | 5.5% |
| $250,000 | and above | 5.75% |
Standard Deduction: Single: $2,550 | Married Filing Jointly: $5,150
Sales Tax
State Rate6%
Avg Local Rate0%
Combined Rate6%
Groceries: Exempt
-0.57% vs national avg
Property Tax
Effective Rate1.01%
Median Annual Tax$3,633
-0.06% vs national avg (1.07%)
Retirement Income Tax
Social SecurityNO
PensionsPARTIAL
401(k) / IRAYES
Estate & Inheritance Tax
Has Estate Tax: YES
Exemption$5,000,000
Top Rate16%
Corporate Tax
Corporate Income Tax Rate: 8.25%
Additional Notes
Maryland is one of the few states with both an estate tax AND an inheritance tax. Counties also impose local income taxes (2.25%-3.2%). Pension exclusion of up to $36,200 for those age 65+.
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Sources: Maryland Department of Revenue; Tax Foundation, Facts & Figures 2025; IRS Publication 17.