How much does a substitute teacher make in Portland?
$41,930a year
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $20.16 an hour or $3,494 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.16
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 101 of 323
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,900Median: $41,930Highest 10%: $55,950
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,900 | $16.78 | |
| 25th | $37,440 | $18.00 | |
| Median | $41,930 | $20.16 | |
| 75th | $45,050 | $21.66 | |
| 90th | $55,950 | $26.90 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for substitute teachers.
| Lewiston, ME | $35,490 |
| Bangor, ME | $35,030 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Science Teacher | $133,400 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $122,700 |
| Teacher and Instructor | $92,100 |
| Social Work Teacher | $82,880 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $82,390 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $80,580 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $78,810 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $78,210 |
| Special Education Teacher | $78,160 |
| Education Teacher | $78,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substitute teacher make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $20.16 ($41,930 a year).
Do substitute teachers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $41,930 against $41,670 nationally, 1% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $37,440, so Portland pays 12% more.
Where does Portland rank for substitute teacher pay?
101 of 323 metro areas with data.
How much does a substitute teacher make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $55,950 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.