Massachusetts Tax Policy & Rates 2026
Income tax, sales tax, property tax, and overall tax burden for Massachusetts in 2026, with political context.
No
No Income Tax
5% standard; 9% over $1M (Millionaires Tax)
Income Tax Rate
#16
Tax Burden Rank (1=highest)
#25
Property Tax Rank (1=highest)
Tax Policy Overview
Massachusetts voters passed the Millionaires Tax in 2022, adding a 4% surtax on income over $1 million for education and transportation. The effective income tax is 5% for most earners but 9% for high earners. Massachusetts has above-average overall tax burden.
Key Tax Rates
| Tax Type | Rate / Status |
|---|---|
| Income Tax | 5% standard; 9% over $1M (Millionaires Tax) |
| No Income Tax | No |
| Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| No Sales Tax | No |
| Corporate Tax | 8.0% |
| Property Tax Rank | #25 nationally (1=highest) |
| Overall Tax Burden Rank | #16 nationally (1=highest) |
Political Context
The Millionaires Tax passed 52-48% in 2022, generating hundreds of millions for education and transportation. Business groups predicted wealthy exodus; early data shows mixed results. This voter-initiated approach to progressive taxation is a national model for progressive advocates.