How much does a host and hostess make in Portland?
$37,100a year
Median yearly pay for host and hostesss in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $17.84 an hour or $3,092 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.84
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 381
- Jobs in the area
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,260Median: $37,100Highest 10%: $51,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,260 | $15.51 | |
| 25th | $36,320 | $17.46 | |
| Median | $37,100 | $17.84 | |
| 75th | $46,590 | $22.40 | |
| 90th | $51,450 | $24.74 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for host and hostesss.
| Bangor, ME | $32,500 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chef and Head Cook | $57,380 |
| Bartender | $54,170 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Worker | $49,880 |
| Cook | $47,000 |
| Cook | $46,560 |
| Waiter and Waitress | $44,070 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendant and Bartender Helper | $39,170 |
| Food Preparation Worker | $37,260 |
| Food Server | $37,200 |
| Cook | $36,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a host and hostess make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $17.84 ($37,100 a year).
Do host and hostesss make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $37,100 against $31,200 nationally, 19% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $36,800, so Portland pays 1% more.
Where does Portland rank for host and hostess pay?
15 of 381 metro areas with data.
How much does a host and hostess make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $51,450 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.