Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Salary in Maryland
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Maryland
Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators in Maryland earn a median salary of $52,026 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -10.7% vs the national median of $58,260. An estimated 1,280 water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators are employed across Maryland, with salaries ranging from $45,680 to $58,740 depending on location.
$52,026
Avg median salary in Maryland
$58,740
Highest paying metro
$45,680
Lowest paying metro
1,280
Employed in Maryland
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Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators salaries by city in Maryland
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | $58,740 | $48,250 | $74,010 | 820 |
| Hagerstown, MD-WV | $55,430 | $41,840 | $63,690 | 130 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $50,930 | $47,900 | $66,660 | 80 |
| Maryland | $49,350 | $41,330 | $60,340 | 170 |
| Salisbury, MD | $45,680 | $45,320 | $59,140 | 80 |