What psychiatrists earn in Maryland and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $279,410 | $134.33 | 640 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $246,990 | $118.75 | 550 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $318,110 | $152.94 | 240 |
Psychiatrists in Maryland earned a median of $305,320 a year ($146.79 an hour) in May 2025, 8% more than the national median of $281,870. The middle half earned $229,860 to $411,740.
Among areas in Maryland, pay was highest in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD at $318,110.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.