Electrician Cost Per Hour in Maryland
$88 – $159We estimate a electrician in Maryland bills about $88 to $159 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $35.33 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $30.38.
Maryland's green-technology licensing page says master electricians generally need a license from the local jurisdiction. In the few places that don't issue one, a State master electrician's license is required.
Metro areas
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $31.54 | $79 | $142 |
What common jobs cost in Maryland
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Panel Upgrade | $1,100 | $3,400 |
| Outlet Replacement | $110 | $380 |
| Electrician Service Call | $150 | $530 |
| Ceiling Fan Installation | $190 | $730 |
| Whole-House Rewiring | $6,400 | $22,900 |
Neighboring states
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $30.63 | $77 | $138 |
| District of Columbia | $37.97 | $95 | $171 |
| Pennsylvania | $32.50 | $81 | $146 |
| Virginia | $30.24 | $76 | $136 |
| West Virginia | $31.16 | $78 | $140 |
Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.