How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Maryland?
$48,680a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in Maryland. That is $23.40 an hour or $4,057 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.40
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 54,890
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,360Median: $48,680Highest 10%: $67,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,360 | $17.00 | |
| 25th | $41,030 | $19.73 | |
| Median | $48,680 | $23.40 | |
| 75th | $59,290 | $28.50 | |
| 90th | $67,070 | $32.25 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $53,660 |
| Baltimore, MD | $49,220 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,850 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $47,840 |
| Salisbury, MD | $47,140 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $43,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 12. New York | $49,600 |
| 13. Vermont | $48,920 |
| 14. Colorado | $48,690 |
| 15. Maryland | $48,680 |
| 16. Alaska | $48,530 |
| 17. Illinois | $48,310 |
| 18. New Hampshire | $48,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $23.40 ($48,680 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $48,680 against $47,540 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Maryland rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Maryland ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $53,660 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.