How much does a teacher and instructor make in Maine?
$84,330a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in Maine. That is $40.54 an hour or $7,028 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.54
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,920Median: $84,330Highest 10%: $106,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,920 | $22.08 | |
| 25th | $65,150 | $31.32 | |
| Median | $84,330 | $40.54 | |
| 75th | $97,680 | $46.96 | |
| 90th | $106,100 | $50.99 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $92,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for teacher and instructors.
| 5. District of Columbia | $93,040 |
| 6. California | $87,460 |
| 7. Virginia | $85,280 |
| 8. Maine | $84,330 |
| 9. New York | $78,300 |
| 10. Washington | $77,720 |
| 11. Hawaii | $77,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $40.54 ($84,330 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $84,330 against $66,140 nationally, 28% more.
Where does Maine rank for teacher and instructor pay?
Maine ranks 8 of 50 states.
Which city in Maine pays teacher and instructors the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $92,100 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.