Registered Nurse salary in Maryland
Registered Nurses in Maryland earn a median of $46.55 per hour, about $96,830 a year, 3% above the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $39.17 and $50.40 per hour. The highest median among Maryland metro areas is in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD, at $46.70 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $46.55median pay per hour
- $96,830median pay per year
- 48,980registered nurses employed in Maryland
- #15of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Maryland: percentiles
| Level | Maryland per hour | Maryland per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $36.28 | $75,460 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $39.17 | $81,470 | $37.79 |
| Median | $46.55 | $96,830 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $50.40 | $104,830 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $58.24 | $121,140 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Maryland
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maryland median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $46.70 | $97,140 | 29,030 | in line with | $44.69 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $43.93 | $91,370 | 2,180 | 6% below | — |
| Lexington Park, MD | $42.29 | $87,960 | 920 | 9% below | — |
| Salisbury, MD | $40.83 | $84,930 | 1,650 | 12% below | $42.70 |
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).
Registered Nurse pay in states next to Maryland
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $44.53 | $92,610 | 4% below Maryland |
| District of Columbia | $50.27 | $104,550 | 8% above Maryland |
| Pennsylvania | $42.12 | $87,610 | 10% below Maryland |
| Virginia | $42.70 | $88,820 | 8% below Maryland |
| West Virginia | $38.46 | $79,990 | 17% below Maryland |
What employers are posting in Maryland
- 172roles with published pay
- $46.70median pay per hour
- $37–$57typical published range
- 14employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Medical System | 97 | $46.70 |
| Adventist Health | 28 | $46 |
| ChristianaCare | 11 | $54.74 |
| Trinity Health | 11 | $56.50 |
| US Oncology Network | 8 | $42.35 |
| Fresenius Medical Care | 4 | $44.50 |
| BrightSpring Health Services | 4 | $59 |
| Amedisys | 3 | $45 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 172 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 registered nurse make in Maryland?
The median is $46.55 per hour, about $96,830 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $36.28 and the top 10% earn over $58.24 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maryland city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Maryland metro areas, Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD has the highest median at $46.70 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maryland rank for registered nurse pay?
Maryland ranks 15th of 50 states by median registered nurse 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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- BrightSpring Health ServicesHAGERSTOWN, MD · 4 postings$59.00/ hr$38–$65
- Trinity HealthSilver Spring, MD · 11 postings$56.50/ hr$37–$76
- ChristianaCareElkton, MD · 11 postings$54.74/ hr$33–$67
- HH MedStar Health, Inc.Clinton, MD · 2 wage offers$51.28/ hr$48–$55
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