How much does a compensation make in Maryland?
$79,700a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Maryland. That is $38.32 an hour or $6,642 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.32
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,820Median: $79,700Highest 10%: $117,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,820 | $24.91 | |
| 25th | $63,530 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $79,700 | $38.32 | |
| 75th | $99,970 | $48.06 | |
| 90th | $117,900 | $56.70 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $91,660 |
| Baltimore, MD | $76,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $75,620 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $60,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 12. Virginia | $81,190 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $80,810 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $80,330 |
| 15. Maryland | $79,700 |
| 16. Michigan | $79,480 |
| 17. Illinois | $79,300 |
| 18. Alaska | $79,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $38.32 ($79,700 a year).
Do compensations make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $79,700 against $78,210 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Maryland rank for compensation pay?
Maryland ranks 15 of 50 states.
Which city in Maryland pays compensations the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $91,660 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.