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Game Developer Salary in Maryland

The median game developer salary in Maryland is $98,600 per year, which is 16.0% above the national median of $85,000.

Median Salary

$98,600

vs National

+$13,600

State Rank

#8 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Game Developer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level game developer earns around $58,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $171,680 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,000

+$8,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$100,920

+$13,920 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$171,680

+$23,680 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$55,680	$48,000	+$7,680
25th Percentile	$75,400	$65,000	+$10,400
Median (50th)	$98,600	$85,000	+$13,600
75th Percentile	$139,200	$120,000	+$19,200
90th Percentile	$179,800	$155,000	+$24,800

Game Developer Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$96,900

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$105,400

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$108,800

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$102,850

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$94,350

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Game Developer in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.