Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,890 | $104,506 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.39 | $50.24 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,800.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $109,681 | $85,800 | $126,500 | 117 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in Maryland is $106,890, or about $51.39 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. Maryland is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in Maryland typically earn from $85,800 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,940 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $106,890, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.