How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Portland?
$82,390a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $39.61 an hour or $6,866 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.61
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 65 of 177
- Jobs in the area
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,360Median: $82,390Highest 10%: $122,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,360 | $29.98 | |
| 25th | $67,290 | $32.35 | |
| Median | $82,390 | $39.61 | |
| 75th | $101,400 | $48.77 | |
| 90th | $122,000 | $58.67 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| Bangor, ME | $81,860 |
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 |
| 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 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $77,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $39.61 ($82,390 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $82,390 against $80,250 nationally, 3% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $79,600, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
65 of 177 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,000 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.