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Compliance Officer Salary in Maryland

The median compliance officer salary in Maryland is $82,566 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $75,060.

Median Salary

$82,566

vs National

+$7,506

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Compliance Officer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level compliance officer earns around $52,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $137,500 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)

$85,800

+$7,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$137,500

+$12,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$47,300	$43,000	+$4,300
25th Percentile	$61,600	$56,000	+$5,600
Median (50th)	$82,566	$75,060	+$7,506
75th Percentile	$112,200	$102,000	+$10,200
90th Percentile	$144,100	$131,000	+$13,100

Compliance Officer Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$81,065

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$88,571

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$91,573

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$86,319

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$78,813

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Compliance Officer in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

Regulatory KnowledgeRisk AssessmentAuditingPolicy DevelopmentEthicsCommunication

Job Outlook in Maryland

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