Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $73,810 | $62,011 | +19% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.49 | $29.81 | +19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $70,295.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Maryland is $73,810, or about $35.49 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Maryland is +19% above the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Maryland typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,340 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $73,810, Maryland offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.