May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Maryland
Maryland nonmetropolitan area
353 occupations
Across 353 occupations with published wages in Maryland, radiologists record the highest median at $566,590 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Maryland
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 3,920 | $34,290 |
| General and Operations Managers | 3,700 | $87,360 |
| Cashiers | 3,200 | $32,700 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 2,880 | $31,960 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 2,700 | $35,620 |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 2,320 | $46,340 |
| Registered Nurses | 2,300 | $85,700 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,160 | $36,610 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 1,710 | $37,450 |
| Cooks, Restaurant | 1,690 | $37,490 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $31,200 | 130 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $31,200 | 50 |
| Sewing Machine Operators | $31,360 | 120 |
| Dishwashers | $31,840 | 560 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $31,960 | 2,880 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $32,140 | 180 |
| Cooks, All Other | $32,150 | — |
| Tour and Travel Guides | $32,260 | 40 |
| School Bus Monitors | $32,330 | — |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $32,470 | 560 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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