How much does a receptionist and information clerk make in Portland?
$44,770a year
Median yearly pay for receptionist and information clerks in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $21.52 an hour or $3,731 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.52
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 393
- Jobs in the area
- 1,730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,480Median: $44,770Highest 10%: $49,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,480 | $17.54 | |
| 25th | $39,550 | $19.01 | |
| Median | $44,770 | $21.52 | |
| 75th | $48,140 | $23.14 | |
| 90th | $49,510 | $23.80 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for receptionist and information clerks.
| Bangor, ME | $39,630 |
| Lewiston, ME | $39,370 |
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Salaries for every job in Portland, MEFrequently asked questions
How much does a receptionist and information clerk make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $21.52 ($44,770 a year).
Do receptionist and information clerks make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $44,770 against $38,010 nationally, 18% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $42,440, so Portland pays 5% more.
Where does Portland rank for receptionist and information clerk pay?
15 of 393 metro areas with data.
How much does a receptionist and information clerk make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,510 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.