How much does a healthcare social worker make in Maryland?
$76,440a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers in Maryland. That is $36.75 an hour or $6,370 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.75
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,210Median: $76,440Highest 10%: $96,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,210 | $19.33 | |
| 25th | $55,660 | $26.76 | |
| Median | $76,440 | $36.75 | |
| 75th | $85,150 | $40.94 | |
| 90th | $96,340 | $46.32 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $80,710 |
| Baltimore, MD | $75,720 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $75,550 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $73,770 |
| Salisbury, MD | $68,670 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $65,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for healthcare social workers.
| 9. Nevada | $78,470 |
| 10. New Hampshire | $78,260 |
| 11. Utah | $78,150 |
| 12. Maryland | $76,440 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $76,440 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $75,390 |
| 15. Idaho | $74,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare social worker make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $36.75 ($76,440 a year).
Do healthcare social workers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $76,440 against $67,880 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Maryland rank for healthcare social worker pay?
Maryland ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays healthcare social workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $80,710 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.