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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Sales Managers salary in Baltimore, Maryland

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Baltimore metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$129,210
Mean annual$143,220
Range (10th to 90th)$67,000 to $228,700
Baltimore, Maryland employment4,070
State vs national-8.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Baltimore sales managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$67,00025TH$89,990MEDIAN$129,21075TH$173,16090TH$228,700

The middle 50% of workers earn between $89,990 and $173,160, with a median of $129,210.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Persuasion

    Technical

    4.1 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Direct and coordinate activities involving sales of manufactured products, services, commodities, real estate, or other subjects of sale.

  2. 02

    Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service.

  3. 03

    Confer with potential customers regarding equipment needs, and advise customers on types of equipment to purchase.

  4. 04

    Review operational records and reports to project sales and determine profitability.

  5. 05

    Oversee regional and local sales managers and their staffs.

  6. 06

    Determine price schedules and discount rates.

  7. 07

    Prepare budgets and approve budget expenditures.

  8. 08

    Monitor customer preferences to determine focus of sales efforts.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Sales Managers in Baltimore, Maryland?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Sales Managers in the Baltimore metropolitan area is $129,210.
Does Baltimore pay more than the Maryland state average for Sales Managers?
The Baltimore metro median is 0.0% versus the Maryland state median of $129,180.
How does Baltimore compare to the national median for Sales Managers?
The Baltimore metro median is -8.0% versus the BLS national figure of $140,418.
What is the salary range for Sales Managers in Baltimore?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $67,000 and the 90th-percentile at $228,700 for the Baltimore metro area.
What education is required for Sales Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Baltimore CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.