Science & Research Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Epidemiologist Salary in Maryland

The median epidemiologist salary in Maryland is $86,372 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $78,520.

Median Salary

$86,372

vs National

+$7,852

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Epidemiologist Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level epidemiologist earns around $57,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $132,000 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$57,200

+$5,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$88,000

+$8,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$132,000

+$12,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,000	$50,000	+$5,000
25th Percentile	$68,200	$62,000	+$6,200
Median (50th)	$86,372	$78,520	+$7,852
75th Percentile	$111,100	$101,000	+$10,100
90th Percentile	$138,600	$126,000	+$12,600

Epidemiologist Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$84,802

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$92,654

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$95,794

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$90,298

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$82,446

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Epidemiologist in Maryland

Education

Most epidemiologist positions require a master's degree. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

EpidemiologyBiostatisticsSAS/RDisease SurveillanceResearch MethodsPublic Health

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, epidemiologist employment is projected to grow 27% over the next decade (much faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.