How much does a social worker make in Portland?
$60,280a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $28.98 an hour or $5,023 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.98
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among cities
- 163 of 224
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,850Median: $60,280Highest 10%: $105,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,850 | $23.00 | |
| 25th | $52,700 | $25.34 | |
| Median | $60,280 | $28.98 | |
| 75th | $77,690 | $37.35 | |
| 90th | $105,000 | $50.49 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for social workers.
| Bangor, ME | $62,690 |
| Lewiston, ME | $60,280 |
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 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,410 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $59,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $28.98 ($60,280 a year).
Do social workers make more in Portland than the national average?
No: $60,280 against $71,900 nationally, 16% less.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $60,280, so Portland pays 0% more.
Where does Portland rank for social worker pay?
163 of 224 metro areas with data.
How much does a social worker make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,850 or less a year; the top 10% make $105,000 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.