May 23, 2025 by Bettye W. Romero

SmartAsset Massachusetts Paycheck Calculator

SmartAsset Massachusetts Paycheck Calculator

Understanding Your Massachusetts Paycheck

This calculator helps you understand:

Your take-home pay after all taxes and deductions
Massachusetts state income tax (flat rate of 5%)
Federal income tax based on your filing status
FICA taxes (Social Security and Medicare)
Pre-tax and post-tax deductions
How your salary compares to others in Massachusetts

Enter Your Information

Annual Salary ($)

Pay Frequency

Tax Filing Status

Number of Dependents

Pre-tax Deductions

401(k) / 403(b)

Health Insurance

HSA Contribution

Post-tax Deductions

Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Your Paycheck Breakdown

Pay Summary

Annual Gross Income

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Annual Take-Home

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Per Period Take-Home

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Effective Tax Rate

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Tax Breakdown

Federal Income Tax $0

Massachusetts State Tax (5%) $0

Social Security (6.2%)

Medicare (1.45%) $0

Deductions Breakdown

Pre-tax Deductions $0

Post-tax Deductions $0

Massachusetts Salary Comparison

Income Level	Percentile	Annual Salary

Massachusetts Tax Information

Massachusetts has a flat state income tax rate of 5%
No local income taxes in Massachusetts
State sales tax rate is 6.25%
Massachusetts offers various tax credits and deductions
Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) contributions may apply
Massachusetts has a relatively high cost of living