Musicians and Singers pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for musicians and singers is $38.97 an hour ($81,058 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($99,424). Maryland ranks 16th of 28 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for musicians and singers in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.06 | $52,125 |
| 25% of workers | $30.60 | $63,648 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.97 | $81,058 |
| 75% of workers | $59.68 | $124,134 |
| 90% of workers | $64.91 | $135,013 |
Musicians and Singers pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $90,043 | 380 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for musicians and singers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 17,400 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $79,350 |
| Therapists, All Other | $49,400 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $85,590 |
| Writers and Authors | $104,330 |
| Actors | $76,918 |
| Coaches and Scouts | $50,590 |
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