Highway Maintenance Workers Salary in Portland, ME

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

Median annual salary $49,820 +1.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.95
10th percentile $42,520
90th percentile $59,820
Employed locally 490
National median $49,070

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,520
    25th
    $47,830
    50th (median)
    $49,820
    75th
    $53,630
    90th
    $59,820

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Highway Maintenance Workers salary vs area income 56% Median Highway Maintenance Workers salary is 44% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Highway Maintenance Workers make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Highway Maintenance Workers in Portland, ME is $23.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.25 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Highway Maintenance Workers salaries?

    The median Highway Maintenance Workers salary in Portland, ME is 1.5% above the national median of $49,070. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Highway Maintenance Workers in Portland?

    Entry-level Highway Maintenance Workers (10th percentile) earn around $42,520 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,830.