How much does a physical scientist make in Maryland?
$141,300a year
Median yearly pay for physical scientists in Maryland. That is $67.93 an hour or $11,770 a month.
- Hourly
- $67.93
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 1,810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,820Median: $141,300Highest 10%: $195,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,820 | $36.93 | |
| 25th | $93,620 | $45.01 | |
| Median | $141,300 | $67.93 | |
| 75th | $185,200 | $89.05 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $171,000 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $137,200 |
| Baltimore, MD | $108,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physical scientists.
| 1. District of Columbia | $156,700 |
| 2. Minnesota | $147,900 |
| 3. North Dakota | $147,700 |
| 4. Maryland | $141,300 |
| 5. South Carolina | $141,100 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $138,400 |
| 7. Georgia | $137,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical scientist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $67.93 ($141,300 a year).
Do physical scientists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $141,300 against $122,600 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Maryland rank for physical scientist pay?
Maryland ranks 4 of 39 states.
Which city in Maryland pays physical scientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $171,000 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.