Epidemiologist Salary in Maryland (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$101,830
per year
Hourly Rate
$48.96
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+17% vs US median
US median $87,220
State Rank
#8 of 42
600 employed here

How much does an Epidemiologist make in Maryland?

An Epidemiologist working in Maryland earns a median salary of $101,830 per year, or about $48.96 per hour. That is 17% above the national median of $87,220 for this occupation.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $74,120 while the top 10% make $132,630 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $81,910 and $132,610 a year.

Epidemiologist salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$74,120$35.63
25th percentile (early career)$81,910$39.38
50th percentile (median)$101,830$48.96
75th percentile (experienced)$132,610$63.75
90th percentile (top earners)$132,630$63.76

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 8th out of 42 states and territories for Epidemiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Massachusetts$115,890
2District of Columbia$112,370
3California$110,760
4New Jersey$109,760
5Washington$108,240

Working as an Epidemiologist in Maryland

Nationally, about 12,000 people work as Epidemiologists in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.

Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($101,830) 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 Epidemiologist make in Maryland?
The median Epidemiologist salary in Maryland is $101,830 per year, or about $48.96 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $74,120 at the entry level to $132,630 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Epidemiologists about 17% more than the national median of $87,220. Maryland ranks 8th out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Epidemiologists?
Yes on pay — Maryland pays above the national median for this occupation, at $101,830 a year. About 600 Epidemiologists 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.