Maryland Median
$69,820
per year
Hourly Rate
$33.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $55,290
State Rank
#3 of 27
140 employed here
How much does a Desktop Publisher make in Maryland?
Desktop Publishers in Maryland take home a median of $69,820 annually — roughly $33.57 an hour — which runs 26% above the national median of $55,290.
Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $45,090 while the top 10% make $89,750 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $51,790 and $78,710 a year.
Desktop Publisher salary range in Maryland
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $45,090 | $21.68 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $51,790 | $24.90 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $69,820 | $33.57 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $78,710 | $37.84 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $89,750 | $43.15 |
|
How Maryland compares
Maryland ranks 3rd out of 27 states and territories for Desktop Publisher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Desktop Publisher salary in other states
Colorado $77,750California $71,930New Jersey $63,020South Carolina $62,320Illinois $61,350Massachusetts $61,170Texas $57,760New York $56,660Minnesota $54,930Vermont $53,550Ohio $53,380Florida $52,720Arizona $52,000Oregon $50,650Indiana $49,070New Hampshire $48,300Louisiana $47,130Maine $47,100Oklahoma $46,040Wisconsin $46,010Kentucky $45,760Michigan $45,300Tennessee $44,440North Carolina $43,700Georgia $39,460Nebraska $36,280
Working as a Desktop Publisher in Maryland
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Desktop Publishers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($69,820) 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 a Desktop Publisher make in Maryland?
The median Desktop Publisher salary in Maryland is $69,820 per year, or about $33.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $45,090 at the entry level to $89,750 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Desktop Publishers about 26% more than the national median of $55,290. Maryland ranks 3rd out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Desktop Publishers?
Yes on pay — Maryland pays above the national median for this occupation, at $69,820 a year. About 140 Desktop Publishers 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.