Maryland charges 2-5.75% + local state income tax plus local taxes in some areas. Use the retirement withdrawal calculator pre-loaded with Maryland rates.
Open Retirement Withdrawal Calculator →Retirement distributions in Maryland are generally subject to the graduated (2-5.75% + local) state income tax, though some states exempt Social Security or a portion of pension income. Traditional IRA and 401(k) withdrawals are taxed as ordinary income at both the federal and Maryland state level. Certain Maryland localities also tax retirement income. Understanding the combined federal and state tax on withdrawals is essential for retirement planning. This calculator models your after-tax income from retirement accounts with Maryland's specific rates applied.
Maryland uses a graduated income tax with brackets ranging from 2-5.75% + local. Lower income is taxed at lower rates, with the 5.75% top rate applying only to income in the highest bracket. This progressive structure means your effective state tax rate is always lower than the top marginal rate. In addition, some Maryland localities impose their own income tax, which stacks on top of the state rate. This is especially notable in areas like Baltimore and surrounding counties, which add 2.25-3.20%. Always check your local rate when calculating total tax liability.
The table below shows what you actually keep at five salary levels in Maryland, accounting for federal tax, FICA, and Maryland's graduated (2-5.75% + local) state tax plus estimated local taxes.
See how Maryland compares to other South states. Each link takes you to the retirement withdrawal calculator landing page for that state.
For a comprehensive breakdown of Maryland’s tax structure, salary comparisons, cost-of-living analysis, and more, visit the full Maryland take-home pay page.