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Proofreaders and Copy Markers Salary in Maryland
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Proofreaders and Copy Markers make in Maryland?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$53,920
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.4% vs 2024
$54,840
Mean Salary
$53,920
Median Salary
$25.92
Hourly Rate
Proofreaders and Copy Markers salary by percentile in Maryland
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland earn a median salary of $53,920 per year ($4,493/month).
This is 10.5% above the national average of $48,782.
Maryland ranks #7 out of 26 states for Proofreaders and Copy Markers pay.
Salaries decreased by 1.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Proofreaders and Copy Markers
Read transcript or proof type setup to detect and mark for correction any grammatical, typographical, or compositional errors. Excludes workers whose primary duty is editing copy. Includes proofreaders of braille.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.25
Writing
3.62
Speaking
3.25
Active Listening
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.95
Communications and Media
3.36
Computers and Electronics
3.03
Administrative
2.56
Administration and Management
2.41
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(47.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland
Salaries for Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland range from $42,900 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $65,530 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,290 and $61,810.
Median $53,920
P10: $42,900P25: $47,290P75: $61,810P90: $65,530
10th
$42,900
25th
$47,290
Median
$53,920
75th
$61,810
90th
$65,530
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$42,900
$20.62
$3,575
25th Percentile
$47,290
$22.74
$3,940
Median (50th)
$53,920
$25.92
$4,493
75th Percentile
$61,810
$29.72
$5,150
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$65,530
$31.50
$5,460
Note: The mean (average) salary of $54,840 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Proofreaders and Copy Markers make in Maryland?
The median annual salary for Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland is $53,920 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $54,840.
What is the salary range for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland?
Salaries for Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland range from $42,900 at the 10th percentile to $65,530 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,290 and $61,810.
What is the starting salary for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland?
Entry-level Proofreaders and Copy Markers positions in Maryland typically start around $42,900 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,290 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Proofreaders and Copy Markers in Maryland is approximately $25.92 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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