Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $63,930 -23.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.74
10th percentile $52,990
90th percentile $107,310
Employed locally 30
National median $83,720

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,990
    25th
    $55,640
    50th (median)
    $63,930
    75th
    $89,490
    90th
    $107,310

    Top-paying metros for Urban and Regional Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,380
    District of Columbia $129,750
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $129,400
    Vallejo, CA $122,550
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $121,940
    Napa, CA $121,750

    Related occupations in Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $52,720
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $68,740
    Biological Technicians $46,630
    Conservation Scientists $74,130
    Chemical Technicians $43,350
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Urban and Regional Planners make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Urban and Regional Planners in Maryland is $30.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.89 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Urban and Regional Planners salaries?

    The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in Maryland is 23.6% below the national median of $83,720. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Urban and Regional Planners in Maryland?

    Entry-level Urban and Regional Planners (10th percentile) earn around $52,990 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,640.