Registered Nurses Salary in Maryland
Median annual wage in Maryland: $99,790 +2.3% vs national
Maryland vs United States
| Maryland | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $99,790 | $97,550 |
| Median hourly | $47.98 | $46.90 |
| Employment | 52,910 | 3,379,720 |
| Location quotient | 0.88 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Maryland) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
The numbers in context
At $47.98 per hour, a full-time schedule (2,080 hours per year) works out to roughly $99,798 — in line with the reported median annual wage of $99,790.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average registered nurses salary in Maryland?
The median annual wage in Maryland is $99,790 ($47.98 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Maryland compare to the national average for registered nurses?
The Maryland median of $99,790 is 2.3% higher than the U.S. median of $97,550.
How many registered nurses work in Maryland?
Approximately 52,910 are employed in Maryland, per BLS OES.