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Historians Salary in Maryland

Historians in Maryland earn a median of $120,580 a year, +57% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$120,580
vs. U.S. median
+57% ($76,750)
Rank among states
2 of 35
Jobs in the state
50

Pay range in Maryland

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,260; the top 10% earn over $170,980. Nationally the range is $42,730 to $131,810.

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How much do historians make in Maryland?

The median is $120,580 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,260 and the top 10% earn over $170,980. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Maryland a good state for historians?

On pay alone it ranks 2 of 35 (+57% vs. the national median of $76,750). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses