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Software Developers Salary in Maryland
Ranked #5 of 50 · MD
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of software developerss in Maryland earn between $87,690 and $222,610. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean software developers salary in Maryland is $151,560, about 2.3% above the U.S. average ($148,100). That works out to roughly $73/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Maryland
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $138,900 | $153,910 | 16,850 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $132,850 | $142,960 | 720 |
| Maryland nonmetropolitan area | $123,010 | $128,960 | 260 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $122,830 | $118,410 | 530 |
| Salisbury, MD | $116,380 | $124,920 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do software developers make in Maryland?
The median software developers salary in Maryland is $138,680 per year (mean $151,560), and about 80% earn between $87,690 and $222,610.
How much do software developers make per hour in Maryland?
Roughly $73 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $151,560 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Maryland a high-paying state for software developers?
Maryland ranks #5 of 50 states for software developers pay. Its mean salary of $151,560 is about 2.3% above the U.S. average of $148,100.
Which metro areas in Maryland pay software developers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Maryland for software developers are Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD ($138,900), Lexington Park, MD ($132,850), Maryland nonmetropolitan area ($123,010), by median annual wage.