How much does an educational make in Portland?
$61,130a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $29.39 an hour or $5,094 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.39
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 195 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,150Median: $61,130Highest 10%: $84,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,150 | $22.67 | |
| 25th | $51,410 | $24.72 | |
| Median | $61,130 | $29.39 | |
| 75th | $78,060 | $37.53 | |
| 90th | $84,290 | $40.52 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for educationals.
| Lewiston, ME | $59,500 |
| Bangor, ME | $51,670 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,650 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $68,410 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $66,480 |
| Counselor | $66,140 |
| Clergy | $65,790 |
| Child | $63,700 |
| Substance Abuse | $62,300 |
| Social Worker | $60,280 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,410 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $29.39 ($61,130 a year).
Do educationals make more in Portland than the national average?
No: $61,130 against $64,330 nationally, 5% less.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $58,630, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for educational pay?
195 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does an educational make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,290 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.