How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make in Portland?
$52,000a year
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $25.00 an hour or $4,333 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.00
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 39 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 2,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,180Median: $52,000Highest 10%: $68,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,180 | $20.28 | |
| 25th | $47,160 | $22.67 | |
| Median | $52,000 | $25.00 | |
| 75th | $59,870 | $28.78 | |
| 90th | $68,910 | $33.13 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for secretary and administrative assistants.
| Lewiston, ME | $48,880 |
| Bangor, ME | $48,170 |
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Salaries for every job in Portland, MEFrequently asked questions
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $25.00 ($52,000 a year).
Do secretary and administrative assistants make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $52,000 against $47,540 nationally, 9% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $49,820, so Portland pays 4% more.
Where does Portland rank for secretary and administrative assistant pay?
39 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does a secretary and administrative assistant make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $68,910 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.