Audio and Video Technicians Salary in Maryland (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$70,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+21% vs US median
US median $58,100
State Rank
#3 of 49
1,770 employed here

How much do Audio and Video Technicians make in Maryland?

Audio and Video Technicians working in Maryland earn a median salary of $70,040 per year, or about $33.67 per hour. That is 21% above the national median of $58,100 for this occupation.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $47,720 while the top 10% make $102,300 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $55,480 and $80,770 a year.

Audio and Video Technicians salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$47,720$22.94
25th percentile (early career)$55,480$26.67
50th percentile (median)$70,040$33.67
75th percentile (experienced)$80,770$38.83
90th percentile (top earners)$102,300$49.18

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 3rd out of 49 states and territories for Audio and Video Technicians pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$78,770
2New Jersey$71,040
3Maryland$70,040
4Washington$69,270
5New York$67,600

Working as Audio and Video Technicians in Maryland

Nationally, about 70,000 people work as Audio and Video Technicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($70,040) 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 do Audio and Video Technicians make in Maryland?
The median Audio and Video Technicians salary in Maryland is $70,040 per year, or about $33.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $47,720 at the entry level to $102,300 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Audio and Video Technicians about 21% more than the national median of $58,100. Maryland ranks 3rd out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Audio and Video Technicians?
Yes on pay — Maryland pays above the national median for this occupation, at $70,040 a year. About 1,770 Audio and Video Technicians are employed in Maryland. 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.