How much does a sociologist make in Maryland?
$100,700a year
Median yearly pay for sociologists in Maryland. That is $48.39 an hour or $8,388 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.39
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 11
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,770Median: $100,700Highest 10%: $162,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,770 | $32.58 | |
| 25th | $81,380 | $39.13 | |
| Median | $100,700 | $48.39 | |
| 75th | $104,600 | $50.30 | |
| 90th | $162,700 | $78.21 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $103,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sociologists.
| 4. California | $125,800 |
| 5. Alaska | $108,200 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $106,500 |
| 7. Maryland | $100,700 |
| 8. Washington | $97,170 |
| 9. Michigan | $88,040 |
| 10. Ohio | $78,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sociologist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $48.39 ($100,700 a year).
Do sociologists make more in Maryland than the national average?
No: $100,700 against $106,000 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Maryland rank for sociologist pay?
Maryland ranks 7 of 11 states.
Which city in Maryland pays sociologists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $103,800 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.