How much does a counselor make in Maine?
$62,190a year
Median yearly pay for counselors in Maine. That is $29.90 an hour or $5,183 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.90
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,560Median: $62,190Highest 10%: $82,750
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,560 | $27.67 | |
| 25th | $60,300 | $28.99 | |
| Median | $62,190 | $29.90 | |
| 75th | $73,350 | $35.26 | |
| 90th | $82,750 | $39.78 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $66,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for counselors.
| 9. Washington | $69,530 |
| 10. Colorado | $66,680 |
| 11. Hawaii | $65,470 |
| 12. Maine | $62,190 |
| 13. Iowa | $61,080 |
| 14. Arizona | $59,910 |
| 15. Pennsylvania | $59,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a counselor make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $29.90 ($62,190 a year).
Do counselors make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $62,190 against $50,860 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Maine rank for counselor pay?
Maine ranks 12 of 44 states.
Which city in Maine pays counselors the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $66,140 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.