How much does a substitute teacher make in Maryland?
$46,470a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in Maryland. That is $22.34 an hour or $3,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.34
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 7,610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,870Median: $46,470Highest 10%: $47,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,870 | $15.80 | |
| 25th | $37,090 | $17.83 | |
| Median | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 75th | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 90th | $47,360 | $22.77 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hagerstown, MD | $53,850 |
| Washington, DC | $46,470 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $45,680 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $43,940 |
| Baltimore, MD | $37,090 |
| Salisbury, MD | $34,620 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for substitute teachers.
| 6. Minnesota | $50,390 |
| 7. District of Columbia | $49,790 |
| 8. West Virginia | $49,020 |
| 9. Maryland | $46,470 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $45,590 |
| 11. Pennsylvania | $44,870 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $43,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $22.34 ($46,470 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $46,470 against $41,670 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Maryland rank for substitute teacher pay?
Maryland ranks 9 of 50 states.
Which city in Maryland pays substitute teachers the most?
Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV, with a median of $53,850 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.