Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Maryland compares
Maryland's median is $60,310, $2,760 (4.8%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 14th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $76,720 or more and the bottom 10% under $36,950. That range is about as wide as the national one.
About 420 marine mechanics work in Maryland, 1.8% of the U.S. total. That is close to the U.S. average for a workforce its size.
Pay distribution: Maryland vs. United States
Maryland median $60,310
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Maryland annual | Maryland hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,950 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $46,440 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $60,310 | $29.00 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $70,960 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $76,720 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $58,660 | $28.20 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Maryland
How much does a marine mechanic make in Maryland?
The median is $60,310 a year, or $29.00 an hour (May 2025). The average is $58,660.
Is Maryland a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 14th of 50, 4.8% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Maryland?
About 420.