How much does an elementary school teacher make in Portland?
$76,770a year
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $36.91 an hour or $6,398 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.91
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 83 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 2,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,600Median: $76,770Highest 10%: $95,590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,600 | $23.37 | |
| 25th | $59,580 | $28.64 | |
| Median | $76,770 | $36.91 | |
| 75th | $82,320 | $39.58 | |
| 90th | $95,590 | $45.96 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for elementary school teachers.
| Bangor, ME | $60,080 |
| Lewiston, ME | $59,110 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $133,400 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $122,700 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $92,100 |
| Social Work Teacher | $82,880 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $82,390 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $80,580 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $78,810 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $78,210 |
| Special Education Teacher | $78,160 |
| Education Teacher | $78,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an elementary school teacher make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $36.91 ($76,770 a year).
Do elementary school teachers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $76,770 against $63,970 nationally, 20% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $62,390, so Portland pays 23% more.
Where does Portland rank for elementary school teacher pay?
83 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does an elementary school teacher make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,590 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.