Maine Tax Tables for 2017
The 2017 Maine Tax Tables summarise the state-level rules applied to wages, deductions, credits and taxable income. These tables match the rules used by the Maine State Tax Calculator 2017.
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Maine Tax Tables for 2017
The tables below outline the income tax structure, deduction amounts, state-level credits and payroll-related rules used for Maine in 2017. Maine uses filing-status–specific progressive income tax tables. Income is divided into brackets and each portion is taxed at its marginal rate. The table below shows the full structure for this filing status. For a full explanation of marginal brackets, see our Tax Tables guide.
Single – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Single filers in Maine for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 21,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 2 | $ 21,000.00 to $ 50,000.00 | 6.75% |
| 3 | $ 50,000.00 and over | 7.15% |
Married filing jointly – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing jointly filers in Maine for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 42,250.00 | 5.8% |
| 2 | $ 42,250.00 to $ 100,000.00 | 6.75% |
| 3 | $ 100,000.00 and over | 7.15% |
Married filing separately – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Married filing separately filers in Maine for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 21,000.00 | 5.8% |
| 2 | $ 21,000.00 to $ 50,000.00 | 6.75% |
| 3 | $ 50,000.00 and over | 7.15% |
Head of household – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Head of household filers in Maine for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 31,650.00 | 5.8% |
| 2 | $ 31,650.00 to $ 75,000.00 | 6.75% |
| 3 | $ 75,000.00 and over | 7.15% |
Widowed – Progressive Tax Brackets (2017)
Marginal income tax brackets for Widowed filers in Maine for 2017. Only the portion of income within each bracket is taxed at the stated rate.
| Bracket | Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $ 0.00 to $ 42,250.00 | 5.8% |
| 2 | $ 42,250.00 to $ 100,000.00 | 6.75% |
| 3 | $ 100,000.00 and over | 7.15% |
Maine Standard Deduction(2017)
State-level standard deduction amounts for each filing status.
| Filing Status | Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $6,350 |
| Married filing jointly | $12,700 |
| Married filing separately | $6,350 |
| Head of household | $9,350 |
| Widowed | $12,700 |
Maine Payroll Taxes(2017)
Payroll taxes set at the state level, separate from federal FICA.
| Tax | Rate | Wage Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Unemployment Insurance Tax | 0% | No cap |
| Unemployment Program Administrative Fund | 0% | No cap |
| Competitive Skills Scholarship Fund | 0% | No cap |
Maine Tax Tables for Related Years
These related years are often reviewed together for comparing bracket changes, deductions and Maine updates:
Frequently Asked Questions
Credit for taxes paid to another state?
Resident credits may apply to avoid double taxation. Add the credit to see the net.
Does Maine fully conform to federal changes?
Not always—Maine sometimes decouples. See 2017 conformity notes in the state table.
Target a specific paycheck net
Adjust pay frequency and “additional state withholding” until your net matches the goal.
Where is the Maine salary hub?
Start at Maine State Tax Calculator or the calculator hub.
Dependent-related credits/exemptions
See the Maine settings row; enter dependents to apply automatically.
Important Notes
All calculations are estimates for guidance only. Always review your return and consider professional advice when submitting official filings.