Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maine | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $64,880 | $74,587 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.19 | $35.86 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,818.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Maine is $64,880, or about $31.19 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Maine is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Maine typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,540 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $64,880, Maine offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.