Butchers and Meat Cutters Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,060 +0.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.78
10th percentile $35,490
90th percentile $55,100
Employed locally 160
National median $38,960

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,490
    25th
    $37,330
    50th (median)
    $39,060
    75th
    $46,290
    90th
    $55,100

    Top-paying metros for Butchers and Meat Cutters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $57,870
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $55,180
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $55,170
    Fairbanks-College, AK $53,480
    Hawaii $50,220
    Urban Honolulu, HI $50,220

    Related occupations in Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $72,800
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $45,090
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $51,610
    Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders $47,160
    Bakers $35,500
    Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators $59,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Butchers and Meat Cutters make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Butchers and Meat Cutters in Southwest Maine is $18.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.99 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Butchers and Meat Cutters salaries?

    The median Butchers and Meat Cutters salary in Southwest Maine is 0.3% above the national median of $38,960. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Butchers and Meat Cutters in Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Butchers and Meat Cutters (10th percentile) earn around $35,490 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,330.