Agriculture & Environment Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Agricultural Scientist Salary in Maryland

The median agricultural scientist salary in Maryland is $81,576 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $74,160.

Median Salary

$81,576

vs National

+$7,416

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Agricultural Scientist Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level agricultural scientist earns around $52,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $126,500 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$52,800

+$4,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$83,600

+$7,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$126,500

+$11,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$48,400	$44,000	+$4,400
25th Percentile	$61,600	$56,000	+$5,600
Median (50th)	$81,576	$74,160	+$7,416
75th Percentile	$107,800	$98,000	+$9,800
90th Percentile	$134,200	$122,000	+$12,200

Agricultural Scientist Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for agricultural scientists in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$80,093

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$87,509

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$90,475

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$85,284

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$77,868

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Agricultural Scientist in Maryland

Education

Most agricultural scientist positions require a bachelor's degree. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AgronomyResearch MethodsData AnalysisSoil ScienceGeneticsScientific Writing

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, agricultural scientist employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.