Side-by-side tax comparison between Maine (7.15% top rate) and Oregon (9.9% top rate).
| Salary | Maine | Oregon | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $39,616 | $37,835 | −$1,781 | Maine |
| $75K | $57,281 | $54,609 | −$2,672 | Maine |
| $100K | $73,528 | $69,965 | −$3,563 | Maine |
| $150K | $105,402 | $100,059 | −$5,344 | Maine |
| $200K | $138,378 | $131,253 | −$7,125 | Maine |
Maine offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Maine's 7.15% top rate is more favorable than Oregon's 9.9%. At $100K, the difference is $3,563/year — that’s $297/month.
However, cost of living matters. Maine has a cost index of 98 while Oregon is at 110. After adjusting for cost of living, the gap narrows significantly.