Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $89,370 | $86,427 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $42.97 | $41.55 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $85,114.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $87,868 | $60,500 | $115,500 | 117 |
The median annual salary for a Accountant in Maryland is $89,370, or about $42.97 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Accountants is $86,427. Maryland is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level accountants in Maryland typically earn from $60,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 26,170 accountant jobs on record and a median salary of $89,370, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.