How much does a cook make in Maine?
$43,490a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in Maine. That is $20.91 an hour or $3,624 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.91
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,060Median: $43,490Highest 10%: $50,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,060 | $17.34 | |
| 25th | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| Median | $43,490 | $20.91 | |
| 75th | $47,520 | $22.85 | |
| 90th | $50,700 | $24.38 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $47,000 |
| Lewiston, ME | $43,730 |
| Bangor, ME | $42,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 12. New Jersey | $44,520 |
| 13. Oregon | $44,520 |
| 14. Delaware | $44,080 |
| 15. Maine | $43,490 |
| 16. Minnesota | $43,460 |
| 17. Colorado | $42,500 |
| 18. Maryland | $41,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $20.91 ($43,490 a year).
Do cooks make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $43,490 against $37,450 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Maine rank for cook pay?
Maine ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays cooks the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $47,000 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.