How much does a janitor and cleaner make in Portland?
$40,460a year
Median yearly pay for janitor and cleaners in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $19.45 an hour or $3,372 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.45
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 40 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 3,820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,940Median: $40,460Highest 10%: $53,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,940 | $17.28 | |
| 25th | $36,910 | $17.75 | |
| Median | $40,460 | $19.45 | |
| 75th | $46,790 | $22.50 | |
| 90th | $53,610 | $25.77 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for janitor and cleaners.
| Lewiston, ME | $38,240 |
| Bangor, ME | $37,080 |
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Salaries for every job in Portland, MEFrequently asked questions
How much does a janitor and cleaner make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $19.45 ($40,460 a year).
Do janitor and cleaners make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $40,460 against $36,840 nationally, 10% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $38,940, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for janitor and cleaner pay?
40 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a janitor and cleaner make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,940 or less a year; the top 10% make $53,610 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.