How much does a court make in Maryland?
$58,380a year
Median yearly pay for courts in Maryland. That is $28.07 an hour or $4,865 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.07
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,810Median: $58,380Highest 10%: $71,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,810 | $23.95 | |
| 25th | $51,410 | $24.72 | |
| Median | $58,380 | $28.07 | |
| 75th | $64,610 | $31.06 | |
| 90th | $71,850 | $34.54 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baltimore, MD | $58,670 |
| Salisbury, MD | $57,480 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $56,360 |
| Washington, DC | $53,210 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $49,550 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $44,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courts.
| 5. Rhode Island | $61,670 |
| 6. Oregon | $61,300 |
| 7. Connecticut | $60,480 |
| 8. Maryland | $58,380 |
| 9. Nevada | $56,680 |
| 10. Minnesota | $56,520 |
| 11. Alaska | $54,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a court make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $28.07 ($58,380 a year).
Do courts make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $58,380 against $48,700 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Maryland rank for court pay?
Maryland ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays courts the most?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD, with a median of $58,670 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.