Side-by-side tax comparison between Maine (7.15% top rate) and Minnesota (9.85% top rate).
| Salary | Maine | Minnesota | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $39,616 | $38,604 | −$1,013 | Maine |
| $75K | $57,281 | $55,762 | −$1,519 | Maine |
| $100K | $73,528 | $71,503 | −$2,025 | Maine |
| $150K | $105,402 | $102,365 | −$3,038 | Maine |
| $200K | $138,378 | $134,328 | −$4,050 | Maine |
Maine offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Maine's 7.15% top rate is more favorable than Minnesota's 9.85%. At $100K, the difference is $2,025/year — that’s $169/month.
However, cost of living matters. Maine has a cost index of 98 while Minnesota is at 99. With similar costs of living, the tax difference is the main factor.