Teller Salary in Maryland (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$46,010
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.12
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $43,030
State Rank
#8 of 51
3,860 employed here

How much does a Teller make in Maryland?

A Teller working in Maryland earns a median salary of $46,010 per year, or about $22.12 per hour. That is 7% above the national median of $43,030 for this occupation.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $36,060 while the top 10% make $55,900 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $39,300 and $47,660 a year.

Teller salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,060$17.34
25th percentile (early career)$39,300$18.89
50th percentile (median)$46,010$22.12
75th percentile (experienced)$47,660$22.91
90th percentile (top earners)$55,900$26.88

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories for Teller pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$47,670
2New Jersey$47,210
3California$46,900
4Massachusetts$46,900
5Alaska$46,770

Working as a Teller in Maryland

Nationally, about 329,000 people work as Tellers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($46,010) 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 a Teller make in Maryland?
The median Teller salary in Maryland is $46,010 per year, or about $22.12 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,060 at the entry level to $55,900 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Tellers about 7% more than the national median of $43,030. Maryland ranks 8th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Tellers?
Yes on pay — Maryland pays above the national median for this occupation, at $46,010 a year. About 3,860 Tellers 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.