How does Maine’s tax code compare? Maine has a graduated individual income tax, with rates ranging from 5.80 percent to 7.15 percent. Maine also has a corporate income tax that ranges from 3.50 percent to 8.93 percent. Maine has a 5.50 percent state sales tax rate and does not levy any local sales taxes. Maine’s tax system ranks 35th overall on our 2023 State Business Tax Climate Index.
Each state’s tax code is a multifaceted system with many moving parts, and Maine is no exception. The first step towards understanding Maine’s tax code is knowing the basics. How does Maine collect tax revenue? Click the tabs below to learn more! You can also explore our state tax maps, which are compiled from our annual publication, Facts & Figures: How Does Your State Compare?
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