Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers Salary in Maryland
In Maryland, helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers earn $39,180 at the median — $18.84 an hour. The range runs from $32K at the entry level to $57K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Maryland. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $39K get you in Maryland?
About helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers
Sponsored links — AffordMap may earn a commission at no cost to you. Learn more
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Maryland
Entry-level helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers (10th percentile) start around $32K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $57K or more, a $25K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers salary by metro in Maryland
4 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $39K | -1% | 1,160 |
| Lexington Park | $39K | -1% | 70 |
| Salisbury | $37K | -6% | 50 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $35K | -10% | 80 |
Compare to other states
Track helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary changes
BLS updates this data quarterly. We'll email you when Maryland numbers change.
Related careers in Repair & Maintenance
Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers make in Maryland?
The median is $39,180 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,540, and experienced helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers can clear $56,510. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Maryland?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,653/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,795/month, which eats 67.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary go in Maryland?
Maryland has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary is worth about $39,672 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.