Healthcare Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Home Health Aide Salary in Maryland

The median home health aide salary in Maryland is $38,224 per year, which is 14.0% above the national median of $33,530.

Median Salary

$38,224

vs National

+$4,694

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Home Health Aide Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level home health aide earns around $28,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $47,880 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$28,500

+$3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$38,760

+$4,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$47,880

+$5,880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$27,360	$24,000	+$3,360
25th Percentile	$31,920	$28,000	+$3,920
Median (50th)	$38,224	$33,530	+$4,694
75th Percentile	$44,460	$39,000	+$5,460
90th Percentile	$50,160	$44,000	+$6,160

Home Health Aide Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$37,554

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$40,907

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$42,248

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$39,901

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$36,548

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Home Health Aide in Maryland

Education

Most home health aide positions require a high school diploma. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient CareVital SignsCPR/First AidCommunicationCompassionTime Management

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.