Labor Relations Specialists Salary in Portland, ME

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

Median annual salary $95,730 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $46.03
10th percentile $62,340
90th percentile $133,280
Employed locally 100
National median $93,500

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,340
    25th
    $78,800
    50th (median)
    $95,730
    75th
    $122,110
    90th
    $133,280

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Labor Relations Specialists salary vs area income 108% Median Labor Relations Specialists salary is 8% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Labor Relations Specialists make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Labor Relations Specialists in Portland, ME is $46.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.30 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Labor Relations Specialists salaries?

    The median Labor Relations Specialists salary in Portland, ME is 2.4% above the national median of $93,500. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Labor Relations Specialists in Portland?

    Entry-level Labor Relations Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $62,340 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,800.