Graphic Designers Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $49,570 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.83
10th percentile $31,580
90th percentile $76,920
Employed locally 110
National median $61,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,580
    25th
    $38,360
    50th (median)
    $49,570
    75th
    $66,090
    90th
    $76,920

    Top-paying metros for Graphic Designers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $98,530
    District of Columbia $90,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $89,490
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $82,630
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $82,360
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $78,500

    Related occupations in Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,550
    Public Relations Specialists $52,150
    Coaches and Scouts $64,530
    News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $42,030
    Editors $65,080
    Audio and Video Technicians $54,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Graphic Designers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Graphic Designers in Maryland is $23.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.69 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Graphic Designers salaries?

    The median Graphic Designers salary in Maryland is 19.1% below the national median of $61,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Graphic Designers in Maryland?

    Entry-level Graphic Designers (10th percentile) earn around $31,580 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,360.