2026 Per Diem Calculator for Maryland
When traveling for business in Maryland, here are the per diem rates you’re allowed for hotels, meals, and incidentals.
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Per Diem Rates for Lodging in Maryland
The General Services Administration set the per diem rates on a monthly basis for all destinations in Maryland. Here are the per diem rates that apply in Maryland when you travel there for business.
City | County | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
Aberdeen / Bel Air / Belcamp | Harford | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 |
Annapolis | Anne Arundel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $161 | $161 | $161 | $161 | $161 | $161 | $125 | $125 |
Baltimore City | Baltimore City | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 |
Cambridge / St. Michaels | Dorchester / Talbot | $145 | $145 | $145 | $145 | $145 | $186 | $186 | $186 | $145 | $145 | $145 | $145 |
Centreville | Queen Anne | $121 | $121 | $121 | $121 | $154 | $154 | $154 | $154 | $154 | $154 | $121 | $121 |
Columbia | Howard | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 | $113 |
District of Columbia | Washington DC (also the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church and Fairfax, and the counties of Arlington and Fairfax, in Virginia; and the counties of Montgomery and Prince George's in Maryland) | $196 | $196 | $276 | $276 | $276 | $276 | $183 | $183 | $275 | $275 | $196 | $196 |
Ocean City | Worcester | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $295 | $295 | $295 | $115 | $115 | $115 | $115 |
Per Diem Rates for Meals and Incidentals in Maryland
City | County | Lodging | Meals & Incidentals rate | Trip totals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard Rate | Applies for all locations without specified rates | $110 | $73 | $183 |
Aberdeen / Bel Air / Belcamp | Harford | $113 | $79 | $192 |
Annapolis | Anne Arundel | $143 | $85 | $228 |
Baltimore City | Baltimore City | $150 | $91 | $241 |
Cambridge / St. Michaels | Dorchester / Talbot | $155 | $85 | $240 |
Centreville | Queen Anne | $138 | $79 | $217 |
Columbia | Howard | $113 | $91 | $204 |
District of Columbia | Washington DC (also the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church and Fairfax, and the counties of Arlington and Fairfax, in Virginia; and the counties of Montgomery and Prince George's in Maryland) | $234 | $97 | $331 |
Ocean City | Worcester | $160 | $85 | $245 |
Frequently visited states for business
Planning a business trip to Maryland
A trip within Maryland can have different lodging allowances depending on where the work takes place. Use the applicable city rate as a planning benchmark, then check your corporate travel policy before committing to a hotel or extending the stay.
Where business travelers stay in Maryland
For a trip involving Baltimore, Bethesda, and Annapolis, travelers building an itinerary around a venue or arrival point can compare hotels near Baltimore Convention Center and hotels near BWI airport with the per-diem rate for that market. Location, transfer time, and an early departure can matter as much as the nightly price.
Conferences, meetings, and company offsites
When an agenda combines client meetings, a conference, or an offsite in Maryland, choose the rate for the actual overnight location rather than a nearby market. Confirm the venue, airport, and hotel plan before the trip so attendees are working from the same assumptions.
Using per diem and documenting expenses
Per diem is an allowance framework, not a substitute for an employer’s rules. Treat each qualifying business expense according to your policy, retain supporting documentation when required, and submit an expense report with the business purpose and trip details your organization requests.
Top Industries:
- Biotechnology: Includes major firms and research institutions such as Johns Hopkins University.
- Aerospace and Defense: Significant operations by aerospace companies.
- Healthcare: Major hospitals and research centers, including the University of Maryland Medical System.
- Information Technology: Growing sector, with a focus on cybersecurity and IT services.
- Education: Home to universities like the University of Maryland.
- Finance: Presence of major banks and financial services firms, especially in Baltimore.
- Tourism: Attractions include historic sites, the Chesapeake Bay, and coastal resorts.
- Manufacturing: Includes electronics, machinery, and consumer goods.
- Renewable Energy: Investments in solar and wind energy projects.
- Retail: Includes both local and national retailers.
Some of the Biggest Companies:
- Marriott International (Bethesda): Operates a global chain of hotels and resorts.
- Medimmune (Gaithersburg): Biotechnology company specializing in vaccines and biologics.
- Hilton Worldwide (McLean): Global hotel and hospitality company.
- Baltimore Gas and Electric (Baltimore): Provides electricity and natural gas services.
