How much does a desktop publisher make in Maryland?
$69,820a year
Median yearly pay for desktop publishers in Maryland. That is $33.57 an hour or $5,818 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.57
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,090Median: $69,820Highest 10%: $89,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,090 | $21.68 | |
| 25th | $51,790 | $24.90 | |
| Median | $69,820 | $33.57 | |
| 75th | $78,710 | $37.84 | |
| 90th | $89,750 | $43.15 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $72,590 |
| Baltimore, MD | $63,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for desktop publishers.
| 1. Colorado | $77,750 |
| 2. California | $71,930 |
| 3. Maryland | $69,820 |
| 4. New Jersey | $63,020 |
| 5. South Carolina | $62,320 |
| 6. Illinois | $61,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a desktop publisher make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $33.57 ($69,820 a year).
Do desktop publishers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $69,820 against $55,290 nationally, 26% more.
Where does Maryland rank for desktop publisher pay?
Maryland ranks 3 of 27 states.
Which city in Maryland pays desktop publishers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $72,590 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.