Anesthesiologist Salary in Maryland (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Anesthesiologists in Maryland, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$418,010
per year
Hourly Rate
$200.97
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $391,490
State Rank
#14 of 25
state estimate

How much does an Anesthesiologist make in Maryland?

An Anesthesiologist working in Maryland earns a median salary of $418,010 per year, or about $200.97 per hour. That is 7% above the national median of $391,490 for this occupation.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $170,770 while the top 10% make $506,640 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $312,720 and $450,090 a year.

Anesthesiologist salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$170,770$82.10
25th percentile (early career)$312,720$150.35
50th percentile (median)$418,010$200.97
75th percentile (experienced)$450,090$216.39
90th percentile (top earners)$506,640$243.58

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 14th out of 25 states and territories for Anesthesiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$499,990
2Minnesota$496,510
3Ohio$490,530
4Virginia$488,310
5Connecticut$481,820

Working as an Anesthesiologist in Maryland

Nationally, about 39,000 people work as Anesthesiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($418,010) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Anesthesiologist make in Maryland?
The median Anesthesiologist salary in Maryland is $418,010 per year, or about $200.97 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $170,770 at the entry level to $506,640 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Anesthesiologists about 7% more than the national median of $391,490. Maryland ranks 14th out of 25 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Anesthesiologists?
Yes on pay — Maryland pays above the national median for this occupation, at $418,010 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Maryland?
The highest-paying occupations in Maryland include Radiologist ($581,510), Emergency Medicine Physician ($451,620), Dermatologist ($442,210), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.