Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maine | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $62,390 | $72,224 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.00 | $34.72 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,253.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in Maine is $62,390, or about $30.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. Maine is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in Maine typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,490 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $62,390, Maine offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.