Maine (ME) Tax Rates

Maine 1099 Tax Calculator

Calculate your Maine state income tax (graduated brackets), 15.3% SECA self-employment tax, and net take-home pay.

Income & Deductions

Tax Year 2026
$
15% of gross
$

Net Take-Home

After All Taxes

$62,493

$5,208/month

Total Taxes

Set Aside

$22,507

$1,876/month

Effective Tax Rate

Combined Rate

22.5%

Fed + State + SECA

Quarterly 1040-ES

IRS Voucher

$5,627

4 Equal Payments

Where Every Dollar of Your 1099 Revenue Goes

Take-Home (62%)
SECA 15.3% (12%)
Federal (6%)
State (4%)
Expenses (15%)

Itemized Tax Liability ScheduleIRS Form 1040 Schedule C & SE

Net Business Profit (Schedule C Line 31)$85,000
Self-Employment Tax (SECA 15.3%)SS + Med
$12,010
↳ 50% Above-the-Line SE Tax Deduction-$6,005
↳ Section 199A QBI 20% Pass-Through DeductionTax Relief
-$12,879
Federal Standard Deduction (2026)-$14,600
Federal Income Tax Liability$6,387
Maine State Income Tax (5.2%)$4,110
Total Annual Tax Obligation$22,507

Download a clean, printable 1040-ES voucher summary for your CPA or records.

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Maine State Tax Rules for 1099 Contractors

Graduated rates up to 7.15% with federal standard deduction match.

Maine Graduated Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax RateSingle ThresholdMarried Joint Threshold
5.8%$0+$0+
6.75%$26,050+$52,100+
7.15%$61,600+$123,250+

Maine Business Entity & Franchise Information:

Annual LLC / Franchise Fee: Annual report fee of $85.

Standard Deduction (Maine): $14,600 (Single) / $29,200 (Married Joint).

Maine 1099 Tax FAQ

What is the self-employment tax rate in Maine?

In Maine, all 1099 independent contractors pay the federal SECA tax of 15.3% (12.4% Social Security up to $168,600 and 2.9% Medicare) on 92.35% of net profit, plus Maine state income tax ranging from 5.8% up to 7.15%.

Does Maine have state income tax on 1099 contractor earnings?

Yes, Maine taxes freelance and 1099 earnings. Graduated rates up to 7.15% with federal standard deduction match.

What are the annual LLC and business fees in Maine?

Annual report fee of $85.