Massachusetts Estimated Tax Facts
State Income Tax
Yes
Estimated Tax Form
Form 1-ES
File When You Owe
$400+ in state tax
Self-Employment Tax Rate
15.3% (federal)
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Massachusetts Specific Tax Notes
- Massachusetts has a flat 5% income tax rate for most income
- A 4% surtax applies to income over $1M ("millionaires tax" — unlikely for most gig drivers)
- Estimated tax required if you expect to owe $400+ in state tax
- Massachusetts does not have a standard deduction — uses a $4,400 personal exemption
- Last reviewed: April 2026 — verify current rates at mass.gov/dor
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