How Baltimore City's local tax is calculated
| Rate (on state taxable income) | 3.2% |
|---|---|
| Estimated annual local tax | $1,870 |
- Baltimore City is estimated at the resident rate. Non-residents are often taxed at a different rate or not at all.
Maryland · local tax
Baltimore City paycheck calculator
On a $65,000 salary, Baltimore City's local tax adds an estimated $1,870 a year on top of Maryland state and federal tax, leaving $49,813 take-home.
- Baltimore City local tax
- $1,870
- Without local tax
- $51,684
- Annual take-home
- $49,813
Baltimore City: common questions
How is Baltimore City's local income tax calculated?
Maryland's local income tax, including Baltimore City's, is collected on your state return rather than a separate city filing, and applies to your Maryland taxable income at 3.20% -- the maximum rate Maryland counties and Baltimore City are permitted to set.
Maryland’s tax treatment traces to Maryland Comptroller — 2026 Payment Voucher Worksheet (PVW) rate schedules. Sources were reviewed through August 9, 2026.
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