How much does a helpers--production worker make in Portland?
$43,870a year
Median yearly pay for helpers--production workers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $21.09 an hour or $3,656 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.09
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 67 of 317
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,550Median: $43,870Highest 10%: $51,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,550 | $18.05 | |
| 25th | $39,050 | $18.77 | |
| Median | $43,870 | $21.09 | |
| 75th | $47,220 | $22.70 | |
| 90th | $51,710 | $24.86 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for helpers--production workers.
| Lewiston, ME | $45,070 |
| Bangor, ME | $41,720 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Power Plant Operator | $88,520 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $82,740 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $68,340 |
| Welder | $66,420 |
| Machinist | $65,200 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $64,760 |
| Dental Laboratory Technician | $64,020 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $63,810 |
| Molding | $62,690 |
| Textile | $61,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a helpers--production worker make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $21.09 ($43,870 a year).
Do helpers--production workers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $43,870 against $39,070 nationally, 12% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $44,120, so Portland pays 1% less.
Where does Portland rank for helpers--production worker pay?
67 of 317 metro areas with data.
How much does a helpers--production worker make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $51,710 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.