Lawyers pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for lawyers is $54.39 an hour ($113,120 a year). About 2,280 people work in this job there.
That is 29% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). Maine ranks 38th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for lawyers in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.94 | $76,820 |
| 25% of workers | $39.82 | $82,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $54.39 | $113,120 |
| 75% of workers | $66.88 | $139,110 |
| 90% of workers | $103.66 | $215,610 |
Lawyers pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $129,990 | 1,360 |
| Bangor | $116,240 | 210 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $105,240 | 150 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for lawyers
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,700 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Compliance Officers | $83,740 |
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $78,590 |
| Chief Executives | $138,770 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $109,060 |
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