Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maryland | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $131,110 | $135,791 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $63.03 | $65.28 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $124,867.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $141,339 | $110,000 | $170,500 | 117 |
The median annual salary for a Nurse Practitioner in Maryland is $131,110, or about $63.03 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Nurse Practitioners is $135,791. Maryland is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level nurse practitioners in Maryland typically earn from $110,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 6,710 nurse practitioner jobs on record and a median salary of $131,110, Maryland offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.