Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $86,730 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $41.70
10th percentile $69,180
90th percentile $103,440
Employed locally 50
National median $89,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,180
    25th
    $81,340
    50th (median)
    $86,730
    75th
    $90,480
    90th
    $103,440

    Top-paying metros for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,600
    Vallejo, CA $165,020
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $161,090
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $157,640
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $151,980
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $143,750

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,560
    Pharmacy Technicians$45,380
    Nurse Practitioners$117,520
    Pharmacists$132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians$45,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Maryland is $41.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.47 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salaries?

    The median Diagnostic Medical Sonographers salary in Maryland is 2.9% below the national median of $89,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Maryland?

    Entry-level Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (10th percentile) earn around $69,180 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,340.