Human Resources Specialists pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for human resources specialists is $34.44 an hour ($71,630 a year). About 3,020 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($75,940). Maine ranks 22nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for human resources specialists in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.04 | $45,850 |
| 25% of workers | $27.73 | $57,690 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.44 | $71,630 |
| 75% of workers | $43.20 | $89,860 |
| 90% of workers | $50.89 | $105,840 |
Human Resources Specialists pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $78,100 | 1,310 |
| Bangor | $63,900 | 350 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $58,240 | 300 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for human resources specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 73,700 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $78,830 |
| Management Analysts | $75,530 |
| Project Management Specialists | $101,830 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $71,980 |
| Compliance Officers | $83,740 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $78,590 |
| Training and Development Specialists | $65,680 |
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents | $77,630 |
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