Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Maryland
Average Registered Nurse Salary
Average Registered Nurse Salary
$55.84/hour
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Maryland is $55.84 per hour. This is 10% higher than the US average of $50.34.
Last updated on September 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Registered Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
Registered Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
$55.84/hour
Maryland
10% higher than the US average.
$50.34/hour
United States
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Registered Nurses?
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Registered Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gaithersburg, Maryland | $60 | $60 |
| Salisbury, Maryland | $49 | $54 |
| Bethesda, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
| Germantown, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
| Silver Spring, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Maryland?
What type of Registered Nurses make the most money in Maryland?
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $57 | $60 |
| ED - Emergency Department | $57 | $60 |
| OR - Operating Room | $57 | $60 |
| Rehabilitation | $57 | $60 |
| CVOR First Assist | $56 | $60 |
| Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room | $56 | $60 |
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
How does the pay for Registered Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $69 | $82 |
| New Jersey | $58 | $61 |
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| New York | $52 | $63 |
| Virginia | $51 | $56 |
| Delaware | $50 | $55 |
| Pennsylvania | $48 | $55 |
| North Carolina | $48 | $58 |
| District of Columbia | $46 | $64 |
| West Virginia | $41 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Maryland?
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Registered Nurse jobs in Maryland?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $48 | $55 |
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $45 | $45 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $43 | $53 |
Last updated on September 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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