Nursing Assistants Salary in Maryland
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for nursing assistants in Maryland was $43,240 +2.3% vs national
Maryland vs United States
| Maryland | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $43,240 | $42,260 |
| Median hourly | $20.79 | $20.32 |
| Employment | 27,720 | 1,448,910 |
| Location quotient | 1.08 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Maryland) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
What this means
The median wage in Maryland is 2.3% above the national median — a difference of about $980 per year for a typical worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average nursing assistants salary in Maryland?
The median annual wage in Maryland is $43,240 ($20.79 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Maryland compare to the national average for nursing assistants?
The Maryland median of $43,240 is 2.3% higher than the U.S. median of $42,260.
How many nursing assistants work in Maryland?
Approximately 27,720 are employed in Maryland, per BLS OES.