Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $137,560 | $140,258 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $66.13 | $67.43 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $131,010.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in Maryland is $137,560, or about $66.13 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. Maryland is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in Maryland typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,950 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $137,560, Maryland offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.