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Retirement income in Maine

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Does Maine Tax Retirement Income?

Short answer: Partly. Each taxpayer may deduct up to $48,216 (2025) of pension, 401(k), and IRA income, reduced by Social Security and railroad retirement benefits received. The deduction phases out above AGI of $125,000 single / $250,000 joint. the 2025 official amount is shown.

Pensions, traditional IRA and 401(k) withdrawals are taxable federally either way; Roth withdrawals after 59½ (5-year rule met) are tax-free.

Records to keep: Keep your state return, W-2s and 1099s (1099-R, SSA-1099), and any state credit worksheets. Check your state revenue department's current-year instructions before you file.