How much does a biological scientist make in Maine?
$104,600a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Maine. That is $50.27 an hour or $8,714 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.27
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,680Median: $104,600Highest 10%: $142,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,680 | $33.98 | |
| 25th | $82,490 | $39.66 | |
| Median | $104,600 | $50.27 | |
| 75th | $118,400 | $56.94 | |
| 90th | $142,700 | $68.58 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $119,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 6. Massachusetts | $107,100 |
| 7. Alaska | $106,900 |
| 8. New Jersey | $104,800 |
| 9. Maine | $104,600 |
| 10. New York | $104,100 |
| 11. Rhode Island | $101,800 |
| 12. Pennsylvania | $100,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $50.27 ($104,600 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $104,600 against $98,920 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Maine rank for biological scientist pay?
Maine ranks 9 of 50 states.
Which city in Maine pays biological scientists the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $119,400 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.