Skincare Specialists Salary in Portland, ME

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

Median annual salary $77,280 +85.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.15
10th percentile $44,540
90th percentile $130,490
Employed locally 100
National median $41,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,540
    25th
    $53,420
    50th (median)
    $77,280
    75th
    $91,230
    90th
    $130,490

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $88,602 2023 • Census ACS
    Skincare Specialists salary vs area income 87% Median Skincare Specialists salary is 13% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Skincare Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $78,020
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $76,520
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $75,020
    Maine $73,500
    Bend, OR $68,200
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $67,040

    Nearby metros — Skincare Specialists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $75,020
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $62,400
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $60,570
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $58,600
    New Orleans-Metairie, LA $58,160
    Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area $52,120

    Related occupations in Portland, ME

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $35,130
    Animal Caretakers $36,820
    Recreation Workers $36,760
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $43,380
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $35,920
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $48,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Skincare Specialists make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Skincare Specialists in Portland, ME is $37.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.92 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Skincare Specialists salaries?

    The median Skincare Specialists salary in Portland, ME is 85.9% above the national median of $41,560. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Skincare Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $44,540 per year in Portland, ME. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,420.