How much does a retail salesperson make in Maine?
$36,640a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Maine. That is $17.62 an hour or $3,053 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.62
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 18,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,300Median: $36,640Highest 10%: $49,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,300 | $15.05 | |
| 25th | $34,720 | $16.69 | |
| Median | $36,640 | $17.62 | |
| 75th | $43,270 | $20.80 | |
| 90th | $49,500 | $23.80 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $37,320 |
| Lewiston, ME | $36,540 |
| Bangor, ME | $35,560 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 7. Vermont | $37,400 |
| 8. Alaska | $37,290 |
| 9. Oregon | $36,770 |
| 10. Maine | $36,640 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $36,610 |
| 12. New Jersey | $36,520 |
| 13. Connecticut | $36,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $17.62 ($36,640 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $36,640 against $35,410 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Maine rank for retail salesperson pay?
Maine ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays retail salespersons the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $37,320 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.