How much does a food preparation worker make in Maine?
$36,030a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation workers in Maine. That is $17.32 an hour or $3,003 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.32
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,150Median: $36,030Highest 10%: $46,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,150 | $14.98 | |
| 25th | $33,760 | $16.23 | |
| Median | $36,030 | $17.32 | |
| 75th | $39,060 | $18.78 | |
| 90th | $46,400 | $22.31 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $37,260 |
| Lewiston, ME | $35,630 |
| Bangor, ME | $34,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation workers.
| 11. Connecticut | $36,650 |
| 12. Vermont | $36,550 |
| 13. Wyoming | $36,110 |
| 14. Maine | $36,030 |
| 15. Delaware | $35,930 |
| 16. Florida | $35,920 |
| 17. Alaska | $35,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation worker make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $17.32 ($36,030 a year).
Do food preparation workers make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $36,030 against $35,320 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Maine rank for food preparation worker pay?
Maine ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays food preparation workers the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $37,260 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.