See your real net paycheck in Lewiston for 2026. Break down federal tax, state income tax, Social Security, and Medicare, then view weekly, biweekly, and monthly take-home pay.
Last updated: May 2026 · Data: U.S. Census, BLS, IRS, state and city sources
Lewiston median household income: $50,000 · Avg 1BR rent: $1,200/mo
Maine levies a state income tax (5.8% to 7.15%) that comes out of every Lewiston paycheck on top of federal tax and FICA. Maine has three income tax brackets with a top rate of 7.15%. The state indexes its brackets for inflation annually and offers a generous property tax fairness credit.
| Gross Salary | Annual Take-Home | Monthly Take-Home | Effective Tax Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $32,724 | $2,727 | 18.2% |
| $60,000 | $47,444 | $3,954 | 20.9% |
| $80,000 | $60,483 | $5,040 | 24.4% |
| $50,000 | $40,084 | $3,340 | 19.8% |
| $120,000 | $85,730 | $7,144 | 28.6% |
| $160,000 | $110,210 | $9,184 | 31.1% |
Single filer, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. Estimates only.
Lewiston is the second-largest city in Maine, a former textile mill city on the Androscoggin River undergoing revival, with an economy built on healthcare, education at Bates College, manufacturing, and a growing immigrant community.
| Local Metric | Lewiston (2026 estimate) |
|---|---|
| Metro population | 37,000 |
| County / jurisdiction | Androscoggin County |
| Cost of living index (US avg = 100) | 89 |
| Regional living wage, single adult | $19.50/hour |
| Regional living wage, one earner supporting a family of four | $39.50/hour |
| Applicable minimum wage | $14.15/hour |
| Average rent, 1-bedroom | $1,200/month |
| Average rent, 2-bedroom | $1,500/month |
| Median home price | $290,000 |
| Median household income | $50,000/year |
| Combined sales tax rate | 5.5% |
| Effective property tax rate | 1.4% of value/year |
Local figures are 2026 estimates compiled from U.S. Census and Zillow housing data, and city and county sources. Verify current figures before relying on them.
On a $50,000 salary (single, standard deduction) in Lewiston, estimated take-home pay is roughly $40,084/year. With median household income near $50,000 and average 1-bedroom rent of $1,200/month, housing alone can take a large share of net pay.
Federal income tax and FICA (Social Security 6.2% up to $176,100, Medicare 1.45%) apply to every worker. Maine state income tax (5.8% to 7.15%) also applies in Lewiston.
Lewiston does not impose a city income tax. Your paycheck reflects federal tax, Maine state tax, and FICA.
For the 2025 tax year filed in 2026, the federal standard deduction is $15,000 (single) and $30,000 (married filing jointly). This calculator applies it before computing federal and state income tax.
Contribute more to a pre-tax 401(k) or 403(b), use an HSA or FSA, and claim eligible deductions. These reduce federal and Maine state income tax, though most do not reduce Social Security or Medicare.