How much does a compensation make in Maine?
$77,400a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in Maine. That is $37.21 an hour or $6,450 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.21
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,690Median: $77,400Highest 10%: $104,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,690 | $26.77 | |
| 25th | $66,810 | $32.12 | |
| Median | $77,400 | $37.21 | |
| 75th | $92,400 | $44.42 | |
| 90th | $104,400 | $50.21 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $82,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 17. Illinois | $79,300 |
| 18. Alaska | $79,160 |
| 19. Minnesota | $78,770 |
| 20. Maine | $77,400 |
| 21. Vermont | $76,030 |
| 22. Ohio | $75,780 |
| 23. Montana | $75,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $37.21 ($77,400 a year).
Do compensations make more in Maine than the national average?
No: $77,400 against $78,210 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Maine rank for compensation pay?
Maine ranks 20 of 50 states.
Which city in Maine pays compensations the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $82,650 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.