How much does an explosives worker make in Maryland?
$59,720a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in Maryland. That is $28.71 an hour or $4,977 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.71
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 32
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,810Median: $59,720Highest 10%: $106,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,810 | $22.02 | |
| 25th | $49,330 | $23.72 | |
| Median | $59,720 | $28.71 | |
| 75th | $96,720 | $46.50 | |
| 90th | $106,900 | $51.39 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $63,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 17. Nevada | $60,500 |
| 18. Idaho | $60,360 |
| 19. Alabama | $59,820 |
| 20. Maryland | $59,720 |
| 21. Indiana | $59,110 |
| 22. South Dakota | $56,780 |
| 23. Texas | $56,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $28.71 ($59,720 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in Maryland than the national average?
No: $59,720 against $61,390 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Maryland rank for explosives worker pay?
Maryland ranks 20 of 32 states.
Which city in Maryland pays explosives workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $63,920 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.