Post Anesthesia Care Nurse Salary Guide: Maryland
Average Post Anesthesia Care Nurse Salary
$54.80/hour
The average salary for a Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Maryland is $54.80 per hour. This is 12% higher than the US average of $48.50.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Post Anesthesia Care Nurse salaries in Maryland compared to National Averages
$54.80/hour
Maryland
12% higher than the US average.
$48.50/hour
United States
What cities in Maryland pay the most for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses?
Gaithersburg, Maryland pays Post Anesthesia Care Nurses the most, averaging $60 per hour, followed by Bethesda, Maryland ($40) and Silver Spring, Maryland ($40). For comparison, the Maryland average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — Gaithersburg, Maryland pays 9% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Gaithersburg, Maryland | $60 | $60 |
| Bethesda, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
| Silver Spring, Maryland | $40 | $53 |
How does the pay for Post Anesthesia Care Nurses in Maryland compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Post Anesthesia Care Nurses the most, averaging $56 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($51) and District of Columbia ($36). Virginia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Maryland average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — Virginia pays 3% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $56 | $62 |
| North Carolina | $51 | $58 |
| District of Columbia | $36 | $46 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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