Receptionists and Information Clerks Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $35,820 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.22
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $46,750
Employed locally 800
National median $37,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $35,820
    75th
    $39,630
    90th
    $46,750

    Top-paying metros for Receptionists and Information Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,060
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $45,710
    Vallejo, CA $45,580
    Napa, CA $45,440
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $45,430
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $45,300

    Related occupations in Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $43,860
    Customer Service Representatives $36,980
    Office Clerks, General $40,190
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $57,860
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $47,600
    Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks $31,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Receptionists and Information Clerks make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Receptionists and Information Clerks in Maryland is $17.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.63 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Receptionists and Information Clerks salaries?

    The median Receptionists and Information Clerks salary in Maryland is 3.8% below the national median of $37,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Receptionists and Information Clerks in Maryland?

    Entry-level Receptionists and Information Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.