Surgical Assistants pay in Maryland
In Maryland, the median pay for surgical assistants is $27.95 an hour ($58,130 a year). About 670 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($66,800). Maryland ranks 29th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical assistants in Maryland
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.71 | $49,310 |
| 25% of workers | $23.86 | $49,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.95 | $58,130 |
| 75% of workers | $41.63 | $86,580 |
| 90% of workers | $54.11 | $112,540 |
Surgical Assistants pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $53,990 | 200 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surgical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maryland
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $43,240 |
| Medical Assistants | $46,410 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $74,660 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $48,100 |
| Physician Assistants | $137,560 |
| Paramedics | $66,660 |
| Surgical Technologists | $68,970 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $88,960 |
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