Maine Side Hustle Tax Calculator
Calculate your Maine state tax (7.15%), federal tax, and self-employment tax on 1099 income.
Last updated: January 2026 · Data from IRS Rev Proc 2024-40
Maine side hustlers face a progressive income tax with rates from 5.8% to 7.15%. The Pine Tree State's top rate kicks in at relatively low income levels, so most freelancers with W-2 jobs will pay the top rate on their side hustle earnings. Maine has no local income taxes.
How Side Hustle Taxes Work in Maine
Maine uses a three-bracket progressive system:
**Maine state tax rates (2025):** - 5.8% on income up to $26,050 (single) - 6.75% on income $26,050-$61,600 - 7.15% on income over $61,600
**No local income taxes:** - Portland and all Maine cities have no income taxes - Only the state rate applies
For most side hustlers with W-2 income, your side hustle earnings will be taxed at 7.15%.
What Maine Side Hustlers Owe
Let's say you're a single filer in Portland with a $52,000 W-2 job and $14,000 in side hustle income from freelance writing, with $2,000 in business expenses.
**Your estimated taxes on the side hustle:** - Net self-employment income: $12,000 - Federal SE tax (15.3% of 92.35%): ~$1,697 - Federal income tax on side income: ~$2,640 (22% bracket) - Maine state tax (7.15%): ~$858 - **Total additional tax: ~$5,195**
Your effective tax rate on the side hustle is about 43%.
Maine Tax Deadlines 2025
Maine estimated tax deadlines: - **Q1**: April 15, 2025 - **Q2**: June 16, 2025 - **Q3**: September 15, 2025 - **Q4**: January 15, 2026
Use Maine Form 1040ES-ME for state estimated tax payments.
Common Deductions for Maine Freelancers
Maine deductions for side hustlers: - Maine starts with federal adjusted gross income - All Schedule C business expenses apply - Home office expenses - Business mileage (67 cents/mile for 2025) - Maine offers a pension income deduction (for future)
Maine Side Hustle Tax FAQ
What is Maine's top tax rate?
Maine's top rate is 7.15% on income over $61,600 (single). Most side hustlers with W-2 jobs will pay this rate on their self-employment income.
Does Portland have a city income tax?
No, Portland and all Maine cities do not have local income taxes. You only pay the state tax rate.
How does Maine compare to New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has no income tax at all, while Maine's top rate is 7.15%. Living in NH while working in Maine can have tax benefits.
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