How much does a preschool teacher make in Maine?
$43,890a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Maine. That is $21.10 an hour or $3,658 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.10
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,170Median: $43,890Highest 10%: $60,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,170 | $17.39 | |
| 25th | $37,560 | $18.06 | |
| Median | $43,890 | $21.10 | |
| 75th | $48,430 | $23.28 | |
| 90th | $60,110 | $28.90 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lewiston, ME | $47,010 |
| Portland, ME | $39,350 |
| Bangor, ME | $38,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 16. South Dakota | $44,500 |
| 17. New Mexico | $44,070 |
| 18. Georgia | $43,920 |
| 19. Maine | $43,890 |
| 20. Minnesota | $43,430 |
| 21. Illinois | $40,910 |
| 22. North Dakota | $39,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $21.10 ($43,890 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $43,890 against $38,140 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Maine rank for preschool teacher pay?
Maine ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays preschool teachers the most?
Lewiston-Auburn, ME, with a median of $47,010 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.