Nurse Manager & Leadership salary in Maryland
Nurse Manager & Leaderships in Maryland earn a median of $63.75 per hour, about $132,590 a year, 12% above the U.S. median of $56.71. The middle half earn between $49.78 and $82.28 per hour. The highest median among Maryland metro areas is in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD, at $62.98 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $63.75median pay per hour
- $132,590median pay per year
- 15,650employed in Maryland
- #8of 50 states by median pay
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in Maryland: percentiles
| Level | Maryland per hour | Maryland per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.64 | $80,370 | $33.50 |
| Lower quartile | $49.78 | $103,540 | $42.58 |
| Median | $63.75 | $132,590 | $56.71 |
| Upper quartile | $82.28 | $171,140 | $78.09 |
| Top 10% | $111.61 | $232,150 | $105.33 |
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay by metro area in Maryland
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maryland median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $62.98 | $130,990 | 7,140 | 1% below | $60.28 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $61.36 | $127,630 | 240 | 4% below | — |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $54.08 | $112,490 | 410 | 15% below | — |
| Salisbury, MD | $53.74 | $111,790 | 270 | 16% below | $56.20 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Nurse Manager & Leadership pay in states next to Maryland
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $60.17 | $125,150 | 6% below Maryland |
| District of Columbia | $77.43 | $161,050 | 21% above Maryland |
| Pennsylvania | $49.87 | $103,720 | 22% below Maryland |
| Virginia | $59.87 | $124,530 | 6% below Maryland |
| West Virginia | $53.26 | $110,780 | 16% below Maryland |
What employers are posting in Maryland
- 24roles with published pay
- $59.75median pay per hour
- $47–$82typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Medical System | 18 | $58.77 |
| Adventist Health | 3 | $61.06 |
| PruittHealth | 1 | $56 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $60.72 |
| ChristianaCare | 1 | $70.24 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 24 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a nurse manager & leadership make in Maryland?
The median is $63.75 per hour, about $132,590 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $38.64 and the top 10% earn over $111.61 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maryland city pays nurse manager & leaderships the most?
Among Maryland metro areas, Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD has the highest median at $62.98 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maryland rank for nurse manager & leadership pay?
Maryland ranks 8th of 50 states by median nurse manager & leadership pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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