How much does a bartender make in Maine?
$48,920a year
Median yearly pay for bartenders in Maine. That is $23.52 an hour or $4,077 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.52
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,120Median: $48,920Highest 10%: $99,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,120 | $14.96 | |
| 25th | $34,800 | $16.73 | |
| Median | $48,920 | $23.52 | |
| 75th | $75,250 | $36.18 | |
| 90th | $99,850 | $48.00 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $54,170 |
| Lewiston, ME | $45,040 |
| Bangor, ME | $43,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for bartenders.
| 2. New York | $61,210 |
| 3. Washington | $55,830 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $53,920 |
| 5. Maine | $48,920 |
| 6. Virginia | $47,070 |
| 7. Vermont | $45,450 |
| 8. Arizona | $45,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bartender make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $23.52 ($48,920 a year).
Do bartenders make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $48,920 against $34,340 nationally, 42% more.
Where does Maine rank for bartender pay?
Maine ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays bartenders the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $54,170 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.