Physicists pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for physicists is $83.84 an hour ($174,390 a year). About 1,200 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($172,250). Maryland ranks 12th of 43 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physicists in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $50.75 | $105,560 |
| 25% of workers | $63.73 | $132,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $83.84 | $174,390 |
| 75% of workers | $93.84 | $195,190 |
| 90% of workers | $105.51 | $219,450 |
Physicists pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park | $132,770 | 40 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physicists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Chemists | $140,670 |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $141,290 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $84,190 |
| Astronomers | $132,620 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientists | $128,800 |
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