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Maine tax guide

A seeded subnational profile for Maine, built on the schema from the world-class expansion plan.

Country

United States

Tax year

2026

Authority

Maine Revenue Services

Overview

Maine has progressive income tax and an estate tax. Lodging and prepared food are taxed at a higher rate than general sales.

Lodging tax at 9 percent applies separately.Estate tax exemption below federal.PTET election available.

Individual income tax

Maine's progressive individual income tax tops at 7.15 percent.

Type: progressive

Business tax

Maine corporate income tax tops at 8.93 percent.

Reference rate: 8.93%

Sales or indirect tax

Economic nexus applies for remote sellers.

Base rate: 5.5%

No local sales tax additions.

Deadlines and forms

April 15 for individuals; corporate returns follow federal due dates.

Official authority

Visit Maine Revenue Services

Primary sources

Important disclaimer

This library is for general tax education only. Always verify filing obligations, due dates, and tax consequences against the cited primary source or with a qualified tax professional.