Hospitality & Tourism Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Event Planner Salary in Maryland

The median event planner salary in Maryland is $62,612 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $56,920.

Median Salary

$62,612

vs National

+$5,692

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Event Planner Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level event planner earns around $38,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,500 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$38,500

+$3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$63,800

+$5,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$104,500

+$9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$35,200	$32,000	+$3,200
25th Percentile	$46,200	$42,000	+$4,200
Median (50th)	$62,612	$56,920	+$5,692
75th Percentile	$85,800	$78,000	+$7,800
90th Percentile	$112,200	$102,000	+$10,200

Event Planner Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$61,474

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$67,166

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$69,442

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$65,458

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$59,766

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Event Planner in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

Event CoordinationVendor ManagementBudgetingNegotiationLogisticsCustomer Service

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, event planner employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.