How much does a compensation make in Portland?
$82,650a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $39.74 an hour or $6,888 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.74
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 34 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,610Median: $82,650Highest 10%: $124,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,610 | $27.70 | |
| 25th | $71,180 | $34.22 | |
| Median | $82,650 | $39.74 | |
| 75th | $97,290 | $46.77 | |
| 90th | $124,200 | $59.70 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Risk Specialist | $126,400 |
| Financial Specialist | $109,100 |
| Project Management Specialist | $105,500 |
| Financial Examiner | $98,980 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $97,960 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $95,300 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $93,240 |
| Compliance Officer | $92,790 |
| Insurance Underwriter | $92,490 |
| Budget Analyst | $91,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $39.74 ($82,650 a year).
Do compensations make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $82,650 against $78,210 nationally, 6% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $77,400, so Portland pays 7% more.
Where does Portland rank for compensation pay?
34 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $57,610 or less a year; the top 10% make $124,200 or more.
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.