How much does a social and human service assistant make in Portland?
$49,110a year
Median yearly pay for social and human service assistants in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $23.61 an hour or $4,093 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.61
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 44 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 1,830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,580Median: $49,110Highest 10%: $62,920
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,580 | $20.95 | |
| 25th | $45,590 | $21.92 | |
| Median | $49,110 | $23.61 | |
| 75th | $55,830 | $26.84 | |
| 90th | $62,920 | $30.25 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for social and human service assistants.
| Lewiston, ME | $48,110 |
| Bangor, ME | $46,590 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Healthcare Social Worker | $74,650 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $68,410 |
| Rehabilitation Counselor | $66,480 |
| Counselor | $66,140 |
| Clergy | $65,790 |
| Child | $63,700 |
| Substance Abuse | $62,300 |
| Educational | $61,130 |
| Social Worker | $60,280 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social and human service assistant make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $23.61 ($49,110 a year).
Do social and human service assistants make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $49,110 against $45,930 nationally, 7% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $47,710, so Portland pays 3% more.
Where does Portland rank for social and human service assistant pay?
44 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a social and human service assistant make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,580 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,920 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.