How much does a retail salesperson make in Maryland?
$35,510a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Maryland. That is $17.07 an hour or $2,959 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.07
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 79,320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,200Median: $35,510Highest 10%: $46,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,200 | $15.00 | |
| 25th | $33,380 | $16.05 | |
| Median | $35,510 | $17.07 | |
| 75th | $37,750 | $18.15 | |
| 90th | $46,130 | $22.18 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $36,610 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $34,810 |
| Baltimore, MD | $34,800 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $34,360 |
| Salisbury, MD | $33,010 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $31,490 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 16. New Hampshire | $36,200 |
| 17. North Dakota | $36,040 |
| 18. Arizona | $35,720 |
| 19. Maryland | $35,510 |
| 20. Illinois | $35,370 |
| 21. Delaware | $35,360 |
| 22. Idaho | $35,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $17.07 ($35,510 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $35,510 against $35,410 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Maryland rank for retail salesperson pay?
Maryland ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays retail salespersons the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $36,610 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.