Software Developers pay in Portland-South Portland
In Portland-South Portland (ME), the median pay for software developers is $61.88 an hour ($128,710 a year). About 1,460 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($135,980). It is 5% higher than the Maine median ($123,120).
Pay range for software developers in Portland-South Portland (ME)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.27 | $83,760 |
| 25% of workers | $46.61 | $96,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $61.88 | $128,710 |
| 75% of workers | $79.97 | $166,330 |
| 90% of workers | $89.01 | $185,130 |
Software Developers pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland (this page) | $128,710 | 1,460 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $117,700 | 150 |
| Bangor | $104,140 | 110 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for software developers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 to 8 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +10.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 95,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Portland-South Portland (ME)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Computer User Support Specialists | $62,540 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $101,470 |
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