Maryland (MD) Tax Rates

Maryland 1099 Tax Calculator

Calculate your Maryland 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

$63,024

$5,252/month

Total Taxes

Set Aside

$21,976

$1,831/month

Effective Tax Rate

Combined Rate

22%

Fed + State + SECA

Quarterly 1040-ES

IRS Voucher

$5,494

4 Equal Payments

Where Every Dollar of Your 1099 Revenue Goes

Take-Home (63%)
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
Maryland State Income Tax (4.53%)$3,579
Total Annual Tax Obligation$21,976

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

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Maryland State Tax Rules for 1099 Contractors

Mandatory county income tax added (2.25%–3.20% across all MD counties).

Maryland Graduated Income Tax Brackets (2026)

Tax RateSingle ThresholdMarried Joint Threshold
2%$0+$0+
3%$1,000+$1,000+
4%$2,000+$2,000+
4.75%$3,000+$3,000+
5%$100,000+$150,000+
5.25%$125,000+$175,000+
5.5%$150,000+$225,000+
5.75%$250,000+$300,000+

Maryland Business Entity & Franchise Information:

Annual LLC / Franchise Fee: Annual personal property return fee of $300.

Standard Deduction (Maryland): $2,550 (Single) / $5,150 (Married Joint).

Maryland 1099 Tax FAQ

What is the self-employment tax rate in Maryland?

In Maryland, 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 Maryland state income tax ranging from 2% up to 5.75%.

Does Maryland have state income tax on 1099 contractor earnings?

Yes, Maryland taxes freelance and 1099 earnings. Mandatory county income tax added (2.25%–3.20% across all MD counties).

What are the annual LLC and business fees in Maryland?

Annual personal property return fee of $300.