Lawyers pay in Portland-South Portland
In Portland-South Portland (ME), the median pay for lawyers is $62.50 an hour ($129,990 a year). About 1,360 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($159,670). It is 15% higher than the Maine median ($113,120).
Pay range for lawyers in Portland-South Portland (ME)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.98 | $78,990 |
| 25% of workers | $40.82 | $84,900 |
| Half of workers (median) | $62.50 | $129,990 |
| 75% of workers | $81.59 | $169,710 |
| 90% of workers | $108.67 | $226,030 |
Lawyers pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland (this page) | $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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