How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Maine?
$49,820a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in Maine. That is $23.95 an hour or $4,152 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.95
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,530Median: $49,820Highest 10%: $63,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,530 | $19.00 | |
| 25th | $44,750 | $21.51 | |
| Median | $49,820 | $23.95 | |
| 75th | $57,570 | $27.68 | |
| 90th | $63,470 | $30.51 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $52,000 |
| Lewiston, ME | $48,880 |
| Bangor, ME | $48,170 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| 8. Minnesota | $51,400 |
| 9. Hawaii | $50,830 |
| 10. New Jersey | $50,260 |
| 11. Maine | $49,820 |
| 12. New York | $49,600 |
| 13. Vermont | $48,920 |
| 14. Colorado | $48,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $23.95 ($49,820 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $49,820 against $47,540 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Maine rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
Maine ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays secretary and administrative assistants the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $52,000 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.