How much does an animal caretaker make in Maine?
$37,230a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Maine. That is $17.90 an hour or $3,103 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.90
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,360Median: $37,230Highest 10%: $48,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,360 | $15.08 | |
| 25th | $35,250 | $16.95 | |
| Median | $37,230 | $17.90 | |
| 75th | $44,000 | $21.15 | |
| 90th | $48,530 | $23.33 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $38,580 |
| Bangor, ME | $35,610 |
| Lewiston, ME | $35,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 7. New York | $37,840 |
| 8. Colorado | $37,430 |
| 9. Connecticut | $37,310 |
| 10. Maine | $37,230 |
| 11. Rhode Island | $37,120 |
| 12. Maryland | $36,780 |
| 13. Alaska | $36,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $17.90 ($37,230 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $37,230 against $35,360 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Maine rank for animal caretaker pay?
Maine ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays animal caretakers the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $38,580 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.