How much does a helper make in Maryland?
$44,360a year
Median yearly pay for helpers in Maryland. That is $21.33 an hour or $3,697 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.33
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 1,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,470Median: $44,360Highest 10%: $60,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,470 | $17.53 | |
| 25th | $39,120 | $18.81 | |
| Median | $44,360 | $21.33 | |
| 75th | $51,310 | $24.67 | |
| 90th | $60,860 | $29.26 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,350 |
| Baltimore, MD | $42,950 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $41,600 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $37,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for helpers.
| 11. Alaska | $45,860 |
| 12. Ohio | $44,870 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $44,720 |
| 14. Maryland | $44,360 |
| 15. Indiana | $43,860 |
| 16. Kentucky | $43,680 |
| 17. Virginia | $42,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helper make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $21.33 ($44,360 a year).
Do helpers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $44,360 against $42,670 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Maryland rank for helper pay?
Maryland ranks 14 of 40 states.
Which city in Maryland pays helpers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,350 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.