How much does a lifeguard make in Maryland?
$34,520a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Maryland. That is $16.60 an hour or $2,877 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.60
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $34,520Highest 10%: $40,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $31,540 | $15.16 | |
| Median | $34,520 | $16.60 | |
| 75th | $35,880 | $17.25 | |
| 90th | $40,550 | $19.50 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $34,710 |
| Baltimore, MD | $34,080 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $32,220 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $31,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 14. Oregon | $35,030 |
| 15. New Jersey | $34,760 |
| 16. Alaska | $34,540 |
| 17. Maryland | $34,520 |
| 18. Maine | $34,320 |
| 19. Illinois | $33,710 |
| 20. New Hampshire | $32,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $16.60 ($34,520 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $34,520 against $33,580 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Maryland rank for lifeguard pay?
Maryland ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays lifeguards the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $34,710 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.