Salary Report for Maryland Marriage and Family Therapists
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Compare Maryland to U.S.
Maryland Marriage and Family Therapists earn an average of $56,840 which is 4% less than the national average salary of $59,660.
| Type | Maryland | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $27.33 | $28.69 | -4.74% |
| Average Annual Salary | $56,840 | $59,660 | -4.73% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Maryland, 50% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn between $47,550 and $61,480 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn more than $80,560, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Marriage and Family Therapists.
Approximately 10% of Marriage and Family Therapists earn under $38,580, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Marriage and Family Therapists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 88 | Under $38,580 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 132 | $38,580 – $47,550 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 220 | $47,550 – $49,630 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 220 | $49,630 – $61,480 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 132 | $49,630 – $80,560 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 88 | Above $80,560 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Marriage and Family Therapists in Maryland psychologists earn about $53,386 per year which is more than the average U.S. psychologist of $59,660.
Cost-of-living in Maryland is 6% higher than the national average, which means Maryland residents have an overall higher cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $56,840, Maryland Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn less than Forensic Psychologists ($111,350), Clinical and Counseling Psychologists ($93,330), School Psychologists ($88,610), Psychology Teachers ($85,860), Health Care Social Workers ($62,560), and Social Workers ($62,440).
However, Marriage and Family Therapists tend to earn more than Substance Abuse Counselors ($56,700).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Forensic Psychologists | $111,350 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologists | $93,330 |
| School Psychologists | $88,610 |
| Psychology Teachers | $85,860 |
| Health Care Social Workers | $62,560 |
| Social Workers | $62,440 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | $56,840 |
| Substance Abuse Counselors | $56,700 |
Projected Demand for Psychologists in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Maryland the three professions needing the most new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (7,790), Social Workers (7,370) and Health Care Social Workers (4,900).
The three professions in Maryland needing highest percentage new psychologists by 2030 are Substance Abuse Counselors (23.3%), Social Workers (22.2%) and Marriage and Family Therapists (21.9%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substance Abuse Counselors | 6,320 | 7,790 | 23.3% | 800 |
| Social Workers | 6,030 | 7,370 | 22.2% | 750 |
| Health Care Social Workers | 4,130 | 4,900 | 18.6% | 490 |
| Forensic Psychologists | 1,910 | 1,990 | 4.2% | 140 |
| Marriage and Family Therapists | 1,370 | 1,670 | 21.9% | 170 |
| Psychology Teachers | 930 | 1,060 | 14% | 100 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychologists | 70 | 80 | 14.3% | 10 |
Salaries Ranked by Maryland Cities
The average salary for Marriage and Family Therapists in Maryland is $56,840. The top cities that pay Marriage and Family Therapists the most are Hagerstown-Martinsburg ($63,620), Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ($57,180) and Salisbury ($54,590).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Marriage and Family Therapists the highest average annual salary are Hagerstown-Martinsburg ($69,227), Salisbury ($59,228) and Baltimore-Columbia-Towson ($54,245).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Marriage and Family Therapists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Marriage and Family Therapists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $63,620 | $69,227 | $5,607 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $57,180 | $54,245 | $-2,935 |
| Salisbury | $54,590 | $59,228 | $4,638 |
Salary FAQ for Maryland Marriage and Family Therapists
City and Rural Summaries
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson
Average Marriage and Family Therapists Salary: $57,180
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $54,245
Hourly Wage: $27.49
Currently Employed: 420
Cost-of-Living Index: 105.41
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson Salary Report
Hagerstown-Martinsburg
Average Marriage and Family Therapists Salary: $63,620
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $69,227
Hourly Wage: $31
Currently Employed: 30
Cost-of-Living Index: 91.90
Hagerstown-Martinsburg Salary Report
Salisbury
Average Marriage and Family Therapists Salary: $54,590
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $59,228
Hourly Wage: $26.25
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.17
Salisbury Salary Report
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