Retail Salespersons pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for retail salespersons is $17.61 an hour ($36,640 a year). About 18,450 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($35,410). Maine ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for retail salespersons in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.05 | $31,300 |
| 25% of workers | $16.69 | $34,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.61 | $36,640 |
| 75% of workers | $20.80 | $43,270 |
| 90% of workers | $23.80 | $49,500 |
Retail Salespersons pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $37,320 | 8,510 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $36,540 | 1,430 |
| Bangor | $35,560 | 2,210 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for retail salespersons
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 520,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Cashiers | $34,930 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | $37,220 |
| Customer Service Representatives | $47,160 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers | $53,580 |
| Parts Salespersons | $45,350 |
| Counter and Rental Clerks | $46,870 |
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