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Nurse Paycheck Calculator — Maryland 2026

Calculate your real RN take-home pay in Maryland after federal tax, FICA, and 5.8% Maryland state income tax. All calculations happen in your browser — no account required.

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Example Nurse Paychecks in Maryland 2026

Filing single, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. Actual pay varies by filing status, benefits, and local taxes.

Experience Level	Annual Gross	Annual Net	Monthly Net	Biweekly Net
Entry-Level RN	$$69,000	$$52,960	$$4,413	$$2,037
Median RN	$$84,000	$$62,650	$$5,221	$$2,410
Senior / ICU RN	$$104,000	$$75,570	$$6,298	$$2,907

What Affects Your Nurse Take-Home Pay in Maryland

Federal Tax Brackets

Most RNs fall in the 22-24% federal bracket. Married filing jointly significantly lowers your rate.

Maryland State Tax

Maryland taxes income at 5.8%. On an $80k salary this reduces take-home by approximately $4,600/year.

Health Insurance

Employer-sponsored health plan premiums are pre-tax, reducing your federal and state taxable income.

401(k) / 403(b)

Hospital employers often match 3-6%. Pre-tax contributions lower taxable income by the full contribution amount.

Shift Differentials

Night, weekend, and holiday differentials are taxable income. Budget an extra 22-24% federal withholding on these.

Travel Nurse Stipends

Non-taxable housing and meal stipends for travel nurses are not subject to federal or state income tax when properly structured.

Maryland Nurse Paycheck FAQ

How much do nurses take home after taxes in Maryland in 2026?

A median RN in Maryland earning $84,000 takes home approximately $62,650/year ($2,410 biweekly) after federal tax, FICA and 5.8% Maryland state income tax.

What is the average nurse salary in Maryland?

The median registered nurse salary in Maryland is approximately $84,000/year in 2026, ranging from $69,000 for entry-level RNs to $104,000 for senior or specialty nurses.

Do nurses pay Social Security and Medicare taxes?

Yes. Most hospital-employed nurses pay 6.2% Social Security and 1.45% Medicare (FICA) on their full salary. Travel nurses on agency contracts also pay FICA on taxable wages.

How do 401(k) contributions affect my nurse paycheck?

Pre-tax 401(k) contributions reduce your federal and state taxable income dollar-for-dollar. A nurse contributing 6% of an $80,000 salary saves approximately $1,056 in federal taxes annually at the 22% bracket.

Does Maryland tax nurse income?

Yes. Maryland taxes nurse income at 5.8%. On a median salary this reduces annual take-home by approximately $4,830.

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Disclaimer: Estimates only. Based on 2026 IRS tax brackets, standard deduction, filing single. Actual take-home depends on W-4 withholding, pre-tax deductions, local taxes, and other factors. Not financial or tax advice.