Baltimore, MD variant. This is a Baltimore, MD-specific version of the Income Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Income Tax Calculator.
Income tax in Baltimore combines federal, MD state, and a 3.2% city income tax.
Layers of income tax in Baltimore
Baltimore is among the cities that add a local income tax - 3.2% here - on top of MD state and federal tax. That makes Baltimore one of the higher total-tax jurisdictions in the country.
Combine all layers to find your true marginal rate on the next dollar earned.
About Baltimore, MD
Baltimore residents pay a local income tax on top of Maryland state income tax.
Baltimore's home prices are comparatively affordable for a major East Coast city.
Baltimore's economy is built around its port, healthcare, and education sectors, with a cost of living slightly above the national average.
Worked example: local tax on $55,054
Baltimore's 3.2% city tax on $55,054 ≈ $1,762, before MD state and federal tax.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $195,000
- Median rent: $1,550/mo
- Median household income: $55,054
- Local sales tax: 6%
- City income tax: 3.2%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.45%
- Cost of living index: 105 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Baltimore have a local income tax?
Yes - 3.2%, on top of MD state and federal tax.
What taxes apply to Baltimore residents?
Federal, MD state, and a 3.2% city income tax.