Lawyers Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $99,790 -34% vs national
Median hourly $47.97
10th percentile $61,160
90th percentile $203,990
Employed locally 300
National median $151,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,160
    25th
    $77,200
    50th (median)
    $99,790
    75th
    $137,030
    90th
    $203,990

    Top-paying metros for Lawyers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $301,320
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $215,090
    Midland, MI $209,430
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $205,900
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $203,450
    California $197,790

    Related occupations in Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Paralegals and Legal Assistants $51,520
    Legal Support Workers, All Other $69,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Lawyers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Lawyers in Maryland is $47.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $100.35 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Lawyers salaries?

    The median Lawyers salary in Maryland is 34% below the national median of $151,160. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Lawyers in Maryland?

    Entry-level Lawyers (10th percentile) earn around $61,160 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,200.