Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,790 | $98,331 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.98 | $47.27 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,038.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $94,677 | $71,500 | $115,500 | 117 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Maryland is $99,790, or about $47.98 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Maryland is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Maryland typically earn from $71,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 52,910 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $99,790, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.