Police Officer Salary in Maryland
A police officer in Maryland earns an estimated $83,800 a year ($40.29 an hour). Most workers fall from $57,000 to $121,500, depending on experience and employer.
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Police Officer pay in Maryland
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $57,000 | $27.40 |
| Median (estimate) | $83,800 | $40.29 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $121,500 | $58.41 |
| US national median | $77,300 | $37.16 |
The Maryland estimate is 8% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Maryland keeps about $64,012 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,462.01 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Maryland paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Maryland?
About $83,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.