For more than 30 years, Amazon has been investing across the United States, strengthening local economies and creating opportunities for communities nationwide. Maryland is a prime example of this commitment, with Amazon building a substantial presence in the state since 2014.
Today, Maryland serves as a thriving innovation and logistics hub for Amazon, with investments spanning fulfillment centers to Whole Foods Market locations and cloud computing infrastructure. The company’s economic impact extends beyond direct employment, supporting thousands of additional jobs in construction, logistics, and professional services, and helping local businesses reach customers around the world.
Here are five ways Amazon is investing in Maryland:
1. Investing in our employees
Amazon provides competitive wages and comprehensive benefits from Day 1. Operations employees in customer fulfillment and transportation earn an average hourly base wage of more than $23, with total compensation averaging more than $30 an hour when including benefits. These benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance starting on Day 1, free mental health resources, up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave, a 401(k) with 50% company match, and flexible time-off options that increase with tenure. Beyond more than 23,000 direct jobs, Amazon’s presence in Maryland supports more than 10,000 indirect jobs in industries such as construction, logistics, and professional services—suppliers and partners whom we rely on every day.
2. Investing in workforce development and upskilling
Amazon is committed to preparing its workforce for future opportunities through comprehensive education and skills training programs. Since 2019, more than 3,300 Maryland employees have participated in these free initiatives.
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