How much does a sewing machine operator make in Maine?
$43,520a year
Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators in Maine. That is $20.92 an hour or $3,627 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.92
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,760Median: $43,520Highest 10%: $49,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,760 | $15.75 | |
| 25th | $38,270 | $18.40 | |
| Median | $43,520 | $20.92 | |
| 75th | $47,130 | $22.66 | |
| 90th | $49,460 | $23.78 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bangor, ME | $46,060 |
| Portland, ME | $45,160 |
| Lewiston, ME | $44,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for sewing machine operators.
| 1. Nevada | $45,750 |
| 2. Alaska | $43,850 |
| 3. Colorado | $43,840 |
| 4. Maine | $43,520 |
| 5. Washington | $43,360 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $42,910 |
| 7. New Hampshire | $41,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sewing machine operator make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $20.92 ($43,520 a year).
Do sewing machine operators make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $43,520 against $36,670 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Maine rank for sewing machine operator pay?
Maine ranks 4 of 50 states.
Which city in Maine pays sewing machine operators the most?
Bangor, ME, with a median of $46,060 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.