First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers Salary in Portland, ME

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-South Portland, ME

Median annual salary $80,330 +2.6% vs national
Median hourly $38.62
10th percentile $50,390
90th percentile $116,030
Employed locally 1,220
National median $78,300

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,390
    25th
    $62,590
    50th (median)
    $80,330
    75th
    $98,450
    90th
    $116,030

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary vs area income 91% Median First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary is 9% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $110,140
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $104,020
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $104,000
    Longview-Kelso, WA $101,150
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $100,510
    Vallejo, CA $100,500

    Nearby metros — First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $110,140
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $104,000
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $100,510
    West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $98,730
    East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $90,670
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $90,320

    Related occupations in Portland, ME

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$51,800
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$55,890
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$62,560
    Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other$62,830
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$61,890
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$70,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Portland, ME is $38.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.90 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salaries?

    The median First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers salary in Portland, ME is 2.6% above the national median of $78,300. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers in Portland?

    Entry-level First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (10th percentile) earn around $50,390 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,590.