How much does an animal scientist make in Maryland?
$77,750a year
Median yearly pay for animal scientists in Maryland. That is $37.38 an hour or $6,479 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.38
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,950Median: $77,750Highest 10%: $147,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,950 | $28.82 | |
| 25th | $64,350 | $30.94 | |
| Median | $77,750 | $37.38 | |
| 75th | $110,000 | $52.87 | |
| 90th | $147,600 | $70.95 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $82,810 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $77,880 |
| Baltimore, MD | $63,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal scientists.
| 3. Wisconsin | $84,310 |
| 4. Washington | $83,160 |
| 5. Kansas | $80,090 |
| 6. Maryland | $77,750 |
| 7. Pennsylvania | $77,660 |
| 8. South Dakota | $77,300 |
| 9. Iowa | $75,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal scientist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $37.38 ($77,750 a year).
Do animal scientists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $77,750 against $68,940 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Maryland rank for animal scientist pay?
Maryland ranks 6 of 13 states.
Which city in Maryland pays animal scientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $82,810 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.