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Massachusetts Income Tax Calculator 2026
What you owe Massachusetts on your income, with the 2026 rates and deductions. Updated November 15, 2026.
Massachusetts income tax for the year
$2,680
| Per month | $223.33 |
| Share of your income | 4.47% |
| Rate on your next dollar | 5% |
Single filer, wages only, standard deduction. State income tax only: federal tax is separate.
Massachusetts income tax rates for 2026
| Taxable income (single) | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – $1,107,750 | 5% |
| Over $1,107,750 | 9% |
- Personal exemption: $4,400
Rules that change the math in Massachusetts
Massachusetts lets you deduct what you pay into Social Security and Medicare, up to $2,000 a year.
Massachusetts income tax by income
| Income | Massachusetts tax | Share of income | Rate on next dollar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20,000 | $704 | 3.52% | 4.62% |
| $30,000 | $1,180 | 3.93% | 5% |
| $40,000 | $1,680 | 4.20% | 5% |
| $50,000 | $2,180 | 4.36% | 5% |
| $60,000 | $2,680 | 4.47% | 5% |
| $75,000 | $3,430 | 4.57% | 5% |
| $100,000 | $4,680 | 4.68% | 5% |
| $150,000 | $7,180 | 4.79% | 5% |
| $200,000 | $9,680 | 4.84% | 5% |
| $300,000 | $14,680 | 4.89% | 5% |
| $500,000 | $24,680 | 4.94% | 5% |
Single filer with the standard deduction. The share of income is lower than the bracket rate because part of your income is not taxed and the first dollars fall in lower brackets.
Massachusetts income tax vs. neighboring states
| State | Rates | Tax on $60,000 | vs. Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5%–9% | $2,680 | — |
| Connecticut | 2%–6.99% | $2,318 | −$363 |
| New Hampshire | none | $0 | −$2,680 |
| New York | 3.9%–10.9% | $2,643 | −$37 |
| Rhode Island | 3.75%–5.99% | $1,633 | −$1,047 |
| Vermont | 3.35%–8.75% | $1,576 | −$1,104 |
What a Massachusetts worker pays in total
State income tax is one part of the bill. On a $60,000 salary a single filer in Massachusetts pays $5,020 of federal income tax, $4,590 of Social Security and Medicare, $2,680 of Massachusetts income tax and $276 of state payroll contributions. That leaves $47,434 a year. The Massachusetts paycheck calculator shows it per paycheck.
Frequently asked questions
What is the income tax rate in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts taxes wages at rates from 5% to 9%, depending on income in 2026.
How much Massachusetts income tax do I pay on $60,000?
A single filer earning $60,000 pays about $2,680 in Massachusetts income tax in 2026. That is 4.47% of income, lower than the top bracket rate because of the deduction and the lower brackets.
How does Massachusetts compare with other states?
On a $60,000 salary, Massachusetts ranks 48th lowest of the 50 states and DC for state income tax. Among its neighbors, New Hampshire charges the least.
Is Massachusetts income tax on top of federal income tax?
Yes. State income tax is separate from federal income tax, and you pay both. On $60,000, that is $5,020 federal and $2,680 to Massachusetts.
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