The Port of Baltimore is a critical international gateway that connects the Mid-Atlantic region to global suppliers and markets. Maryland's Port plays an integral role as an economic generator and job creator, maintaining our nation's supply chain and moving vital goods to industries and consumers.
The Port of Baltimore consists of six state-owned (MPA Learn More) marine terminals and 33 private terminals, supporting over 140,000 jobs in Maryland linked to port activity Learn More and cargo weighing tens of millions tons moving through the Port annually.
Several manufacturing industries in Baltimore rely entirely on the continuous supply of raw material that is sourced overseas and delivered to their waterside production facility by ocean vessels.
The Port’s average annual salary for direct job holders is 9.5% higher than the average annual wage.
Source - Martin Associates (2018) The 2017 Economic Impact of the Port of Baltinore in Maryland
Source – Maryland Port Administration 2018
