Massachusetts Paycheck Calculator
Massachusetts has long had a flat 5% income tax rate on wages and most other income. However, since January 2023, a 4% surtax applies to annual income over $1 million under the "Fair Share Amendment" passed by voters — bringing the effective top rate to 9% for high earners in Massachusetts, making it competitive with California for those at seven-figure incomes.
For the vast majority of Massachusetts workers earning under $1 million, the rate remains a flat 5%. No city income taxes apply in Boston, Worcester, Springfield, or any other Massachusetts municipality.
Massachusetts also collects Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) premiums. The 2026 employee contribution rate is approximately 0.46% of wages up to the Social Security wage base. PFML is withheld directly from paychecks and funds Massachusetts's family and medical leave program, which offers up to 26 weeks of combined leave benefits.
Country
Gross income
United States settings
Take-home pay /2 wks
$2,842
$73,887 / year
$3,846
Gross /2 wks
$1,004
Total deductions
26.1%
Effective tax rate
22.0%
Marginal tax rate
Disclaimer
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Tax tables: 2026 IRS Publication 15-T | HMRC 2025-2026 | CRA 2026 | ATO 2025-2026 | Income Tax India FY 2025-26
Key Tax Facts
Massachusetts flat income tax: 5% on wages; 9% (5% + 4% surtax) on income over $1 million.
The 4% Fair Share surtax was approved by voters in November 2022.
MA Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) employee contribution: ~0.46% of wages in 2026.
No city income taxes in Boston or any Massachusetts municipality.
401(k) contributions reduce Massachusetts taxable income (MA follows federal AGI).