Maryland Residents Prepare for Tax Day

State has issued over $2 billion in refunds so far this year

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:41pm

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A vibrant abstract illustration using bold geometric shapes in primary colors to conceptually represent the financial impact of tax season in Maryland.As the tax filing deadline approaches, Maryland residents prepare to claim their share of the over $2 billion in refunds issued so far this year.Baltimore Today

As the April 15th tax filing deadline approaches, the Maryland Comptroller's office has already processed over 2 million returns and issued nearly 1.5 million refunds totaling more than $2 billion.

Why it matters

Tax season is a critical time for Maryland residents, with billions in refunds providing a financial boost to individuals and families across the state. The high volume of returns and refunds processed highlights the importance of efficient tax administration for the state.

The details

According to the Maryland Comptroller's office, they have been processing around 60,000 tax returns per day on average, with refunds typically delivered within 3-5 days of filing. The tax filing deadline for both federal and state returns is Wednesday, April 15th at midnight.

  • As of Friday, the state had received over 2 million tax returns.
  • The state has issued nearly 1.5 million refunds so far this year.

The players

Maryland Comptroller's Office

The state agency responsible for processing tax returns and issuing refunds in Maryland.

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The takeaway

With billions in refunds already issued, the approaching tax deadline is a critical time for Maryland residents to ensure they file their returns accurately and on time to receive their full refund entitlement.