Baltimore Local Income Tax: What It Means for Your Paycheck (2026)
Calculator scope: ExactTakeHome currently calculates federal and Maryland state income tax. Local income taxes are not included in the calculator.
What is Baltimore's Local Income Tax?
Baltimore levies a local income tax on earned wages at 3.2% for residents. Baltimore City local income tax on Maryland taxable income for residents. According to Maryland Comptroller, 2026, the Baltimore local income tax rate for residents is 3.2% as of 2026.
How Much Does Baltimore's Local Tax Cost?
| Annual Salary | Estimated Local Tax (3.2%) | Monthly Local Tax |
|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $1,280 | $107 |
| $60,000 | $1,920 | $160 |
| $75,000 | $2,400 | $200 |
| $100,000 | $3,200 | $267 |
| $150,000 | $4,800 | $400 |
These are estimates of the local tax component only. Your total paycheck deductions also include federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare, and Maryland state income tax.
Calculate Your Federal and State Taxes
ExactTakeHome currently calculates federal and Maryland state income tax for Baltimore residents. To estimate your take-home pay excluding local tax, use the Maryland calculator and add the local tax amount from the table above for a full planning estimate.
Does Baltimore's Local Tax Apply to Remote Workers?
Maryland local income tax is generally based on your county or city of residence on December 31. Baltimore City residents owe the Baltimore local rate even if they work remotely for an out-of-state employer. Verify your residence jurisdiction with the Maryland Comptroller.
Frequently Asked Questions
3.2% local income tax for residents. Source: Maryland Comptroller, 2026.
Residents of Baltimore and workers who earn wages from work performed in Baltimore may owe local income tax. Rules vary by residence and work location — verify with Maryland Comptroller.
An estimated $2,400 per year ($200 per month) at the 3.2% rate. This is an estimate of the local component only.
No. ExactTakeHome currently calculates federal and Maryland state income tax. Local income taxes are not included in the calculator.
Use the Maryland calculator on ExactTakeHome for federal and state withholding, then subtract the estimated local tax from the table on this page for a planning estimate.