PEO services in Maryland
A PEO helps Maryland employers manage multi-state payroll, and benefits while staying compliant with Maryland's rules. As of 2026, Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00/hr and the state unemployment (SUTA) taxable wage base is $8,500. ONYX benchmarks the top PEOs against your current setup so Maryland companies stop overpaying by 15–40%.
Maryland employer snapshot (2026)
The structural facts that shape payroll and benefits cost in Maryland. Verify current figures with the state agency before relying on any single number.
$15.00 (reached 1-1-2024; remains $15.00 in 2026).
Standard employer base; some states assign a higher base to max-rated employers.
Employers withhold state income tax.
Coverage available through private carriers and PEO programs.
The short answer
Employee-protective: $15 minimum wage, statewide paid sick and safe leave, pay-transparency in postings, and a forthcoming state paid family and medical leave program.
Major metros we serve in Maryland: Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown, Silver Spring.
Common Maryland PEO questions
Can a PEO operate in Maryland?
Yes. PEOs operate in Maryland and handle Maryland payroll tax, the $8,500 SUTA wage base, benefits, and workers' comp through competitive carriers. ONYX benchmarks the PEOs that operate in Maryland against your current setup.
What is the 2026 minimum wage in Maryland?
Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00/hr as of 2026. $15.00 (reached 1-1-2024; remains $15.00 in 2026).
How much can a Maryland company save with a PEO?
Most companies ONYX works with save 15–40% of total people cost by moving to a better-fit PEO. We model the exact savings for your Maryland census for free in 3–5 business days.
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