Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for painters, construction and maintenance is $28.50 an hour ($59,270 a year). About 2,120 people work in this job there.
That is 20% higher than the U.S. median ($49,400). Maine ranks 7th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for painters, construction and maintenance in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.75 | $47,320 |
| 25% of workers | $24.12 | $50,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.50 | $59,270 |
| 75% of workers | $30.35 | $63,120 |
| 90% of workers | $36.31 | $75,530 |
Painters, Construction and Maintenance pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $63,120 | 1,550 |
| Bangor | $49,200 | 70 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $47,880 | 70 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for painters, construction and maintenance
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 24,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $56,200 |
| Roofers | $50,120 |
| Carpenters | $62,160 |
| Construction Laborers | $46,430 |
| Electricians | $75,380 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $64,000 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $56,140 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $55,680 |
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