Handyman Cost Per Hour in Maryland
$62 – $111We estimate a handyman in Maryland bills about $62 to $111 an hour, based on the state's median wage of $24.76 from BLS (2025). The U.S. median is $23.84.
Contractors performing home improvement work for a homeowner in Maryland are licensed by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission. That license does not cover new home construction, and builders must register with the Home Builder Registration Unit of the Office of the Attorney General.
Metro areas
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | $25.05 | $63 | $113 |
What common jobs cost in Maryland
| Job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance Repair | $90 | $470 |
| Drywall Repair | $70 | $510 |
| Mold Removal | $470 | $3,950 |
| Garage Door Repair | $80 | $630 |
Neighboring states
| Place | Median wage | Billed low | Billed high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $24.11 | $60 | $108 |
| District of Columbia | $29.00 | $72 | $130 |
| Pennsylvania | $23.70 | $59 | $107 |
| Virginia | $23.79 | $59 | $107 |
| West Virginia | $18.70 | $47 | $84 |
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.