Lawyers pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for lawyers is $66.88 an hour ($139,110 a year). About 13,810 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Maryland ranks 17th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.29 | $81,730 |
| 25% of workers | $49.17 | $102,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $66.88 | $139,110 |
| 75% of workers | $89.05 | $185,220 |
| 90% of workers | $129.34 | $269,020 |
Lawyers pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park | $143,760 | 200 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $132,400 | 7,520 |
| Salisbury | $127,450 | 150 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $108,530 | 230 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $84,720 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $101,400 |
| Chief Executives | $248,660 |
| Labor Relations Specialists | $94,030 |
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