Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $53,540 | $51,589 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.74 | $24.80 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $50,990.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Maryland is $53,540, or about $25.74 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Maryland is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Maryland typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 18,170 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $53,540, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.