How much does a protective service worker make in Maine?
$49,940a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Maine. That is $24.01 an hour or $4,162 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.01
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,440Median: $49,940Highest 10%: $68,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $40,330 | $19.39 | |
| Median | $49,940 | $24.01 | |
| 75th | $57,200 | $27.50 | |
| 90th | $68,990 | $33.17 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $44,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 14. New York | $52,690 |
| 15. Oklahoma | $52,360 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $50,040 |
| 17. Maine | $49,940 |
| 18. Mississippi | $49,800 |
| 19. Michigan | $49,730 |
| 20. Utah | $49,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $24.01 ($49,940 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $49,940 against $42,540 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Maine rank for protective service worker pay?
Maine ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays protective service workers the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $44,360 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.