How much does a geographer make in Maryland?
$114,900a year
Median yearly pay for geographers in Maryland. That is $55.25 an hour or $9,577 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.25
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,840Median: $114,900Highest 10%: $140,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,840 | $34.54 | |
| 25th | $84,590 | $40.67 | |
| Median | $114,900 | $55.25 | |
| 75th | $128,600 | $61.83 | |
| 90th | $140,700 | $67.63 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $118,300 |
| Baltimore, MD | $104,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geographers.
| 1. Maryland | $114,900 |
| 2. California | $114,500 |
| 3. Washington | $112,300 |
| 4. Virginia | $108,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geographer make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $55.25 ($114,900 a year).
Do geographers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $114,900 against $102,000 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Maryland rank for geographer pay?
Maryland ranks 1 of 7 states.
Which city in Maryland pays geographers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $118,300 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.