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What is the current Maryland excise tax on cigarettes?

The current tax rate is $3.75 per pack of 20. Historical tax rates are as follows:

  • July 1, 1999 – Tax rate increased from $.36 to $.66 per pack of 20.
  • June 1, 2002 – Tax rate increased from $.66 to $1.00 per pack of 20.
  • Effective January 1, 2008, the rate increased from $1.00 to $2.00 per pack of 20.