Side-by-side tax comparison between Maine (7.15% top rate) and Wisconsin (7.65% top rate).
| Salary | Maine | Wisconsin | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $39,616 | $39,429 | −$188 | Maine |
| $75K | $57,281 | $56,999 | −$281 | Maine |
| $100K | $73,528 | $73,153 | −$375 | Maine |
| $150K | $105,402 | $104,840 | −$563 | Maine |
| $200K | $138,378 | $137,628 | −$750 | Maine |
Maine offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Maine's 7.15% top rate is more favorable than Wisconsin's 7.65%. At $100K, the difference is $375/year — that’s $31/month.
However, cost of living matters. Maine has a cost index of 98 while Wisconsin is at 93. With similar costs of living, the tax difference is the main factor.