Massachusetts Income Tax Rate
Massachusetts uses a flat income tax of about 5% on wages.
Massachusetts state income tax
Massachusetts uses a flat income tax of about 5% on wages. Rates change by law, so check the state revenue department for the current schedule before filing.
Estimated tax on common salaries in Massachusetts
| Gross salary | Federal tax | State tax | FICA | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $2,000 | $3,060 | $32,320 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $3,000 | $4,590 | $47,390 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $4,000 | $6,120 | $61,110 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $5,000 | $7,650 | $74,180 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $7,500 | $11,475 | $106,291 |
Single filer, 2026 standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions.
Federal brackets that also apply
Everyone in Massachusetts also pays federal income tax. For 2026 a single filer pays 10% on the first $12,400 of taxable income, 12% up to $50,400 and 22% up to $105,700. See the full federal table.
How Massachusetts compares
9 states do not tax wages, 15 use a flat rate and the rest use graduated brackets. Massachusetts is a flat-rate state. Other states of the same type:
Frequently asked questions
Does Massachusetts have a state income tax?
Massachusetts uses a flat income tax of about 5% on wages.
How much state income tax would I pay on $60,000 in Massachusetts?
About $3,000 for a single filer using our average rate, in addition to $5,020 of federal tax.
What is the top federal tax bracket?
The top federal rate is 37%, applied to taxable income above $640,600 for a single filer in 2026.
Sources and method
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets
- IRS: tax year 2026 inflation adjustments (Rev. Proc. 2025-32)
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.