How much does a General Laborers make in Maryland? (2026)

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Laborers in Maryland is $46,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.However, a General Laborers's salary can vary significantly. Hereâ€™s a look at the typical salary range:Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,934Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,945 to $52,458Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,759

What are the main factors that influence a General Laborers's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for General Laborers?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for General Laborers roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A General Laborers's salary?

A General Laborers's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,641 for beginners, reaching about $47,029 at mid-level, and approach $47,697 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a General Laborers?

General Laborers salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Laborers roles are District of Columbia $49,872, California $49,683, Massachusetts $49,021. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Laborers roles make?

Salaries for General Laborers level roles vary by specialization: General Surgeon: $439,500; General Anesthesiologist: $435,034; Casino General Manager: $187,173; General Manager General Administrative: $131,965; General Superintendent: $111,868.

General Laborers Salary in Maryland

How much does a General Laborers make in Maryland? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Laborers in Maryland is $46,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a General Laborers's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,934
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,945 to $52,458
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,759

10% $39,759

50% (Median) $46,444

90% $57,934

General Laborers Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,458	$4,372	$1,009	$25
Average	$46,444	$3,870	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$42,945	$3,579	$826	$21

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Key Factors That Influence General Laborers Salaries

A General Laborers's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects General Laborers Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Laborers's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,641
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,191
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,029
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,279
Expert (over 8 years): $47,697

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level General Laborers	less than 1 year	$44,641
Early Career Level General Laborers	1-2 years	$45,191
Mid-Level Level General Laborers	2-4 years	$47,029
Senior-Level Level General Laborers	5-8 years	$47,279
Expert Level General Laborers	over 8 years	$47,697

How Do General Laborers Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract General Laborers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,872.
California: $49,683.
Massachusetts: $49,021.

District of Columbia $49,872 California $49,683 Massachusetts $49,021 Washington $48,840 New Jersey $48,822 Alaska $48,759 Connecticut $48,138 New York $47,885

Hawaii $47,079 Rhode Island $46,701 Maryland $46,444 Minnesota $46,093 Colorado $45,958 Illinois $45,913 Oregon $45,741 Delaware $45,615

New Hampshire $45,536 Virginia $45,359 Pennsylvania $44,841 Nevada $44,579 North Dakota $44,494 Michigan $44,359 Wisconsin $44,309 Vermont $44,210

Texas $43,935 Maine $43,917 Arizona $43,890 Ohio $43,859 Georgia $43,444 Indiana $43,237 Wyoming $43,196 Utah $43,133

Iowa $43,106 Kansas $42,890 Louisiana $42,827 North Carolina $42,805 Missouri $42,796 Florida $42,620 Montana $42,525 Nebraska $42,435

Kentucky $42,386 South Carolina $42,205 Tennessee $42,093 Idaho $42,048 New Mexico $41,719 Oklahoma $41,647 Alabama $41,381 South Dakota $40,935

Arkansas $40,692 West Virginia $40,561 Mississippi $40,170

Top Paying Cities for General Laborers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Owings: $47,821
Riverdale: $49,532
College Park: $49,475

Owings, MD $47,821

Riverdale, MD $49,532

College Park, MD $49,475

Fort Washington, MD $49,443

Oxon Hill, MD $49,586

Suitland, MD $49,570

District Heights, MD $49,545

Temple Hills, MD $49,571

Deale, MD $47,600

Dunkirk, MD $48,103

Fort George G Meade, MD $47,000

Friendship, MD $47,751

Fulton, MD $47,625

Andrews Air Force Base, MD $49,402

Savage, MD $47,070

Shady Side, MD $47,224

Galesville, MD $47,432

Greenbelt, MD $49,304

Glenn Dale, MD $48,759

Upper Marlboro, MD $48,807

Harwood, MD $47,615

Highland, MD $47,581

West River, MD $47,624

Tracys Landing, MD $47,658

Hyattsville, MD $49,572

Jessup, MD $46,839

Bethesda, MD $49,587

Glen Echo, MD $49,578

Chevy Chase, MD $49,581

Cabin John, MD $49,567

Olney, MD $48,451

Brookeville, MD $47,547

Poolesville, MD $47,965

Barnesville, MD $47,298

Beallsville, MD $47,385

Boyds, MD $47,747

Dickerson, MD $47,330

Rockville, MD $49,021

Potomac, MD $49,163

Derwood, MD $48,502

Sandy Spring, MD $48,219

Ashton, MD $48,112

Brinklow, MD $47,755

Burtonsville, MD $48,314

Montgomery Village, MD $47,919

Kensington, MD $49,540

Garrett Park, MD $49,481

Suburb Maryland Fac, MD $49,093

Silver Spring, MD $49,511

Takoma Park, MD $49,576

Aberdeen, MD $45,410

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD $45,401

Abingdon, MD $45,752

Gunpowder, MD $46,027

Arnold, MD $46,564

Baldwin, MD $45,941

Bel Air, MD $45,559

Belcamp, MD $45,626

Benson, MD $45,350

Boring, MD $45,451

Brooklandville, MD $46,389

Butler, MD $45,878

Chase, MD $46,240

Churchville, MD $45,219

Clarksville, MD $47,076

Cockeysville, MD $45,966

Hunt Valley, MD $46,158

Crownsville, MD $46,879

Darlington, MD $44,819

Davidsonville, MD $47,562

Dayton, MD $47,047

Edgewater, MD $47,127

Edgewood, MD $45,891

Ellicott City, MD $46,480

Columbia, MD $46,828

Fallston, MD $45,771

Finksburg, MD $45,787

Forest Hill, MD $45,311

Fork, MD $46,097

Fort Howard, MD $46,388

Freeland, MD $44,401

Gambrills, MD $47,056

Gibson Island, MD $46,413

Glen Arm, MD $46,267

Glen Burnie, MD $46,468

Glyndon, MD $46,024

Hampstead, MD $44,966

Elkridge, MD $46,519

Hanover, MD $46,546

Harmans, MD $46,544

Havre De Grace, MD $45,115

Hydes, MD $46,100

Jarrettsville, MD $45,161

Joppa, MD $46,008

Kingsville, MD $46,110

Lineboro, MD $44,288

Linthicum Heights, MD $46,476

Long Green, MD $46,191

Spencerville, MD $48,243

Clarksburg, MD $47,187

Damascus, MD $46,781

Germantown, MD $48,179

Annapolis, MD $46,924

Cumberland, MD $42,626

Accident, MD $42,555

Barton, MD $42,755

Bittinger, MD $42,675

Bloomington, MD $42,827

Corriganville, MD $42,355

Eckhart Mines, MD $42,590

Ellerslie, MD $42,409

Flintstone, MD $42,637

Friendsville, MD $42,543

Frostburg, MD $42,531

Grantsville, MD $42,533

Kitzmiller, MD $42,536

Lonaconing, MD $42,678

Luke, MD $42,830

Mc Henry, MD $42,559

Midland, MD $42,821

Midlothian, MD $42,537

Mount Savage, MD $42,342

Oakland, MD $42,436

Oldtown, MD $42,695

Pinto, MD $42,773

Rawlings, MD $42,787

Spring Gap, MD $42,746

Swanton, MD $42,643

Westernport, MD $42,828

Easton, MD $45,994

Barclay, MD $45,609

Bethlehem, MD $45,668

Betterton, MD $45,643

Bozman, MD $46,385

Cambridge, MD $45,670

Centreville, MD $46,041

Chester, MD $46,397

Chestertown, MD $45,857

Church Creek, MD $45,598

Church Hill, MD $45,795

Claiborne, MD $46,469

Cordova, MD $45,838

Crapo, MD $45,196

Crocheron, MD $44,870

Crumpton, MD $45,557

Denton, MD $45,599

East New Market, MD $45,488

Federalsburg, MD $45,479

Fishing Creek, MD $45,364

Galena, MD $45,434

Goldsboro, MD $45,511

Grasonville, MD $46,308

Greensboro, MD $45,519

Henderson, MD $45,561

Hillsboro, MD $45,871

Hurlock, MD $45,499

Ingleside, MD $45,646

Kennedyville, MD $45,515

Mcdaniel, MD $46,450

Madison, MD $45,953

Marydel, MD $45,436

Massey, MD $45,445

Millington, MD $45,509

Neavitt, MD $46,444

Newcomb, MD $46,123

Oxford, MD $45,895

Preston, MD $45,651

Price, MD $45,826

Queen Anne, MD $45,946

Queenstown, MD $46,208

Rhodesdale, MD $45,226

Ridgely, MD $45,699

Rock Hall, MD $46,136

Royal Oak, MD $46,038

Saint Michaels, MD $46,350

Secretary, MD $45,662

Sherwood, MD $46,727

Deal Island, MD $44,527

Eden, MD $44,614

Ewell, MD $44,388

Fruitland, MD $44,768

Girdletree, MD $44,286

Hebron, MD $44,726

Linkwood, MD $45,357

Manokin, MD $44,468

Mardela Springs, MD $44,886

Marion Station, MD $44,311

Nanticoke, MD $44,706

Newark, MD $44,520

Ocean City, MD $44,734

Parsonsburg, MD $44,645

Pittsville, MD $44,646

Pocomoke City, MD $44,369

Powellville, MD $44,623

Princess Anne, MD $44,582

Quantico, MD $44,638

Rehobeth, MD $44,298

Sharptown, MD $45,133

Showell, MD $44,645

Snow Hill, MD $44,487

Stockton, MD $44,221

Tyaskin, MD $44,595

Tylerton, MD $44,441

Upper Fairmount, MD $44,576

Vienna, MD $44,982

Westover, MD $44,467

Whaleyville, MD $44,622

Willards, MD $44,639

Delmar, MD $44,758

North East, MD $45,157

Perry Point, MD $45,091

Perryville, MD $45,074

Port Deposit, MD $44,963

Rising Sun, MD $44,816

Warwick, MD $45,424

Cecilton, MD $45,393

Charlestown, MD $45,150

Chesapeake City, MD $45,392

Childs, MD $45,331

Stevensville, MD $46,515

Colora, MD $44,776

Conowingo, MD $44,700

Earleville, MD $45,350

Elk Mills, MD $45,347

Elkton, MD $45,314

Georgetown, MD $45,384

Lutherville Timonium, MD $46,350

Abell, MD $45,889

Accokeek, MD $49,037

Aquasco, MD $47,824

Avenue, MD $45,963

Barstow, MD $47,253

Bel Alton, MD $47,487

Benedict, MD $47,455

Brandywine, MD $48,573

Broomes Island, MD $46,717

Bryans Road, MD $48,942

Bryantown, MD $48,057

Bushwood, MD $45,996

California, MD $45,957

Callaway, MD $45,636

Chaptico, MD $46,433

Charlotte Hall, MD $47,133

Cheltenham, MD $49,027

Clements, MD $46,433

Cobb Island, MD $46,017

Coltons Point, MD $45,800

Compton, MD $46,050

Dameron, MD $45,054

Dowell, MD $46,100

Drayden, MD $45,163

Faulkner, MD $47,233

Great Mills, MD $45,710

Helen, MD $46,867

Hollywood, MD $46,228

Hughesville, MD $47,736

Huntingtown, MD $47,540

Indian Head, MD $47,836

Ironsides, MD $47,643

Issue, MD $46,265

La Plata, MD $47,971

Leonardtown, MD $45,880

Lexington Park, MD $45,570

Loveville, MD $46,361

Lusby, MD $46,186

Marbury, MD $48,220

Mechanicsville, MD $46,858

Morganza, MD $46,584

Mount Victoria, MD $46,048

Nanjemoy, MD $47,083

Newburg, MD $46,611

Park Hall, MD $45,436

Patuxent River, MD $45,676

Piney Point, MD $45,233

Pomfret, MD $48,493

Port Republic, MD $46,971

Port Tobacco, MD $47,794

Prince Frederick, MD $47,256

Ridge, MD $44,855

Rock Point, MD $46,594

Saint Inigoes, MD $44,999

Saint Leonard, MD $46,744

Saint Marys City, MD $45,427

Scotland, MD $44,558

Solomons, MD $46,058

Sunderland, MD $47,635

Tall Timbers, MD $45,290

Valley Lee, MD $45,309

Welcome, MD $47,497

White Plains, MD $48,498

Southern Md Facility, MD $49,089

Annapolis Junction, MD $46,945

Lanham, MD $49,275

Beltsville, MD $49,205

Laurel, MD $48,133

Bladensburg, MD $49,564

Lothian, MD $48,105

Mount Rainier, MD $49,588

North Beach, MD $47,437

Bowie, MD $48,125

Brentwood, MD $49,584

Capitol Heights, MD $49,563

Chesapeake Beach, MD $47,412

Churchton, MD $47,424

Clinton, MD $49,284

Still Pond, MD $45,646

Sudlersville, MD $45,560

Taylors Island, MD $45,965

Templeville, MD $45,439

Tilghman, MD $46,622

Toddville, MD $44,974

Trappe, MD $45,698

Wingate, MD $45,150

Wittman, MD $46,468

Woolford, MD $45,776

Worton, MD $45,803

Wye Mills, MD $46,127

Frederick, MD $45,605

Adamstown, MD $46,553

Big Pool, MD $43,243

Boonsboro, MD $44,784

Braddock Heights, MD $45,582

Brownsville, MD $45,449

Brunswick, MD $45,869

Buckeystown, MD $46,206

Burkittsville, MD $45,522

Cascade, MD $44,376

Cavetown, MD $44,320

Chewsville, MD $44,388

Clear Spring, MD $43,795

Cooksville, MD $46,461

Emmitsburg, MD $44,524

Fairplay, MD $44,496

Funkstown, MD $44,491

Glenelg, MD $46,953

Glenwood, MD $46,722

Hagerstown, MD $44,266

Hancock, MD $43,030

Ijamsville, MD $46,439

Jefferson, MD $45,914

Keedysville, MD $44,926

Keymar, MD $44,903

Knoxville, MD $45,628

Ladiesburg, MD $45,065

Libertytown, MD $45,480

Lisbon, MD $46,467

Little Orleans, MD $42,792

Maugansville, MD $44,105

Middletown, MD $45,414

Monrovia, MD $46,337

Mount Airy, MD $46,059

Myersville, MD $44,824

New Market, MD $45,872

New Midway, MD $45,063

New Windsor, MD $45,471

Point Of Rocks, MD $46,465

Rocky Ridge, MD $44,764

Rohrersville, MD $45,232

Sabillasville, MD $44,436

Saint James, MD $44,503

Sharpsburg, MD $44,859

Smithsburg, MD $44,360

Sykesville, MD $46,178

Taneytown, MD $44,631

Thurmont, MD $44,814

Tuscarora, MD $46,642

Union Bridge, MD $45,286

Unionville, MD $45,505

Walkersville, MD $45,345

West Friendship, MD $46,563

Williamsport, MD $44,314

Woodbine, MD $46,462

Woodsboro, MD $45,129

Salisbury, MD $44,758

Allen, MD $44,697

Berlin, MD $44,650

Bishopville, MD $44,660

Bivalve, MD $44,824

Manchester, MD $44,425

Marriottsville, MD $46,363

Maryland Line, MD $44,288

Mayo, MD $47,023

Millersville, MD $46,640

Monkton, MD $45,542

Odenton, MD $47,111

Crofton, MD $47,380

Owings Mills, MD $46,270

Parkton, MD $44,844

Pasadena, MD $46,426

Perry Hall, MD $46,300

Perryman, MD $45,529

Phoenix, MD $46,057

Pylesville, MD $44,576

Randallstown, MD $46,342

Reisterstown, MD $46,161

Riderwood, MD $46,440

Riva, MD $47,203

Severn, MD $46,632

Severna Park, MD $46,569

Simpsonville, MD $47,023

Sparks Glencoe, MD $45,684

Crisfield, MD $44,420

Stevenson, MD $46,372

Dhs, MD $49,049

Waldorf, MD $48,470

Street, MD $44,779

Upperco, MD $45,413

Upper Falls, MD $46,155

Westminster, MD $45,415

Whiteford, MD $44,559

White Hall, MD $44,783

White Marsh, MD $46,258

Woodstock, MD $46,384

Baltimore, MD $46,444

Towson, MD $46,439

Gwynn Oak, MD $46,454

Pikesville, MD $46,421

Sparrows Point, MD $46,394

Middle River, MD $46,298

Essex, MD $46,408

Dundalk, MD $46,452

Brooklyn, MD $46,453

Curtis Bay, MD $46,462

Halethorpe, MD $46,458

Catonsville, MD $46,481

Parkville, MD $46,431

Nottingham, MD $46,384

Rosedale, MD $46,444

Windsor Mill, MD $46,429

Gaithersburg, MD $48,400

Washington Grove, MD $48,425

General Laborers Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Laborers roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, General Laborers positions in Healthcare or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view General Laborers as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Laborers

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$65,022	$31.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$62,699	$30.0	35%
Biotechnology	$60,377	$29.0	30%
Financial Services	$58,055	$28.0	25%
Insurance	$55,733	$27.0	20%

General Laborers Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Laborers's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$42,945

Average $46,444/year

$52,458

$3,579

Average $3,870/month

$4,372

$826

Average $893/week

$1,009

$21

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,458	$4,372	$1,009	$25
Average	$46,444	$3,870	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$42,945	$3,579	$826	$21

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