Science & Research Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Physicist Salary in Maryland

The median physicist salary in Maryland is $167,673 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $152,430.

Median Salary

$167,673

vs National

+$15,243

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Physicist Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level physicist earns around $90,200, 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)

$90,200

+$8,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$170,500

+$15,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$242,000

+$22,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$85,800	$78,000	+$7,800
25th Percentile	$118,800	$108,000	+$10,800
Median (50th)	$167,673	$152,430	+$15,243
75th Percentile	$214,500	$195,000	+$19,500
90th Percentile	$261,800	$238,000	+$23,800

Physicist Salary by City in Maryland

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

Baltimore, MD

$164,624

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$179,867

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$185,965

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$175,295

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$160,052

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Physicist in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

Mathematical ModelingExperimental PhysicsPython/MATLABData AnalysisScientific WritingLaboratory Equipment

Job Outlook in Maryland

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