Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $61,410 -18.8% vs national
Median hourly $29.52
10th percentile $35,650
90th percentile $98,550
Employed locally 270
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,650
    25th
    $49,880
    50th (median)
    $61,410
    75th
    $74,290
    90th
    $98,550

    Top-paying metros for Buyers and Purchasing Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Lexington Park, MD $105,810
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $103,560
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,140
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $99,200
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $99,200

    Related occupations in Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $65,990
    Accountants and Auditors $66,080
    Management Analysts $71,950
    Human Resources Specialists $65,850
    Project Management Specialists $80,140
    Training and Development Specialists $69,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Buyers and Purchasing Agents make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Southwest Maine is $29.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.19 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Buyers and Purchasing Agents salaries?

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in Southwest Maine is 18.8% below the national median of $75,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $35,650 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,880.