How much does a geoscientist make in Maryland?
$110,500a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Maryland. That is $53.13 an hour or $9,209 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.13
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,250Median: $110,500Highest 10%: $185,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,250 | $30.41 | |
| 25th | $73,930 | $35.54 | |
| Median | $110,500 | $53.13 | |
| 75th | $143,200 | $68.87 | |
| 90th | $185,200 | $89.05 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $132,600 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $94,850 |
| Baltimore, MD | $86,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 3. Oklahoma | $120,000 |
| 4. Colorado | $114,400 |
| 5. Mississippi | $112,400 |
| 6. Maryland | $110,500 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $108,200 |
| 8. Alaska | $107,400 |
| 9. California | $106,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $53.13 ($110,500 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $110,500 against $101,900 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Maryland rank for geoscientist pay?
Maryland ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Maryland pays geoscientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $132,600 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.