Actors pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for actors is $36.98 an hour ($76,918 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.
That is 27% higher than the U.S. median ($60,424). Maryland ranks 1st of 21 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for actors in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.41 | $34,133 |
| 25% of workers | $18.66 | $38,813 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.98 | $76,918 |
| 75% of workers | $39.59 | $82,347 |
| 90% of workers | $49.14 | $102,211 |
Actors pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $77,168 | 340 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for actors
- Typical education to start: Some college, no degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: 0% over ten years, little or no change · about 6,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $79,350 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $85,590 |
| Musicians and Singers | $81,058 |
| Writers and Authors | $104,330 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $50,590 |
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