Boston, MA variant. This is a Boston, MA-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 Boston combines federal, MA state, and no city income tax.
Layers of income tax in Boston
Boston levies no local income tax, so your bill is federal + MA state only.
Combine all layers to find your true marginal rate on the next dollar earned.
About Boston, MA
Boston has no city income tax, so residents pay Massachusetts state income tax without an added municipal wage levy.
Boston is a high-cost housing market, with home prices and rents elevated by limited supply and steady demand.
Boston's economy is built around education, healthcare, and a leading biotechnology and life sciences sector.
Worked example: local tax on $89,212
No city income tax applies in Boston; only MA state and federal tax do.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $760,000
- Median rent: $3,300/mo
- Median household income: $89,212
- Local sales tax: 6.25%
- Effective property tax rate: 1.04%
- Cost of living index: 162 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Boston have a local income tax?
No local income tax in Boston.
What taxes apply to Boston residents?
Federal, MA state.