Legal Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Lawyer Salary in Maryland

The median lawyer salary in Maryland is $149,314 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $135,740.

Median Salary

$149,314

vs National

+$13,574

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Lawyer Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level lawyer earns around $77,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $242,000 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$77,000

+$7,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$151,800

+$13,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$242,000

+$22,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$71,500	$65,000	+$6,500
25th Percentile	$93,500	$85,000	+$8,500
Median (50th)	$149,314	$135,740	+$13,574
75th Percentile	$204,600	$186,000	+$18,600
90th Percentile	$263,120	$239,200	+$23,920

Lawyer Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$146,599

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$160,173

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$165,603

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$156,101

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$142,527

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Lawyer in Maryland

Education

Most lawyer positions require a doctoral degree. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Legal ResearchLitigationContract LawNegotiationWestlaw/LexisNexisOral Advocacy

Job Outlook in Maryland

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