Machinists pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for machinists is $28.76 an hour ($59,810 a year). About 1,380 people work in this job there.
That is 2% higher than the U.S. median ($58,750). Maryland ranks 22nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for machinists in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.65 | $42,950 |
| 25% of workers | $22.85 | $47,530 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.76 | $59,810 |
| 75% of workers | $35.72 | $74,290 |
| 90% of workers | $39.36 | $81,880 |
Machinists pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park | $62,820 | 50 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $60,280 | 750 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $59,390 | 210 |
| Salisbury | $48,890 | 50 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for machinists
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1% over ten years, little or no change · about 26,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators | $46,870 |
| Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers | $60,310 |
| Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other | $50,280 |
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