Massachusetts paycheck calculator
Enter a salary or hourly wage to see take-home pay in Massachusetts. Massachusetts has a flat income tax of 5% on taxable income.
Last verified November 2, 2026. Sources: mass.gov, irs.gov.
How Massachusetts taxes your paycheck
Massachusetts has a flat income tax of 5% on taxable income. Each filer also gets a personal exemption of $4,400.
MA 4% surtax on income over $1,107,750 (2026)
Massachusetts also withholds for Paid Family and Medical Leave (0.46% of wages up to $184,500).
Short-term capital gains taxed at 8.5%. PFML is a separate payroll contribution.
Take-home pay at common salaries in Massachusetts
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Massachusetts tax & programs | Take-home | Every 2 weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $1,420 | $2,295 | $1,418 | $24,867 | $956 |
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,964 | $32,356 | $1,244 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $2,510 | $39,845 | $1,533 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $3,056 | $47,334 | $1,821 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $3,875 | $57,718 | $2,220 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $5,240 | $73,940 | $2,844 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $7,970 | $105,821 | $4,070 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $14,339 | $10,629 | $138,298 | $5,319 |
Single filer, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions, tax year 2026.
Massachusetts vs. neighboring states on $60,000
| State | State taxes | Take-home |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $3,056 | $47,334 |
| Connecticut | $2,075 | $48,315 |
| New Hampshire | $0 | $50,390 |
| New York | $2,933 | $47,457 |
| Rhode Island | $2,293 | $48,097 |
| Vermont | $1,642 | $48,748 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in Massachusetts?
- About $47,334 a year, or $1,820.54 every two weeks, for a single filer with the standard deduction.
- Does Massachusetts have a state income tax?
- Massachusetts has a flat income tax of 5% on taxable income.
- What comes out of a paycheck in Massachusetts?
- Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Massachusetts income tax, Paid Family and Medical Leave.