Automotive & Maintenance Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Maintenance Worker Salary in Maryland

The median maintenance worker salary in Maryland is $47,520 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $43,200.

Median Salary

$47,520

vs National

+$4,320

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Maintenance Worker Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level maintenance worker earns around $33,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $69,300 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$33,000

+$3,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$48,400

+$4,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$69,300

+$6,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$30,800	$28,000	+$2,800
25th Percentile	$37,400	$34,000	+$3,400
Median (50th)	$47,520	$43,200	+$4,320
75th Percentile	$60,500	$55,000	+$5,500
90th Percentile	$73,700	$67,000	+$6,700

Maintenance Worker Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$46,656

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$50,976

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$52,704

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$49,680

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$45,360

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Maintenance Worker in Maryland

Education

Most maintenance worker positions require a high school diploma. Maryland has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

General RepairPlumbing BasicsElectrical BasicsHVAC BasicsPaintingSafety

Job Outlook in Maryland

Nationally, maintenance worker employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Maryland's demand may vary based on local industry trends.