Electrician Salary in Maine
Install, maintain, and repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Maine Electrician Wages at a Glance
Maine electricians earn a statewide median of $75,380 per year ($36.24 per hour), up 34.4% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $54,180 at the 10th percentile to $115,720 at the 90th.
Maine employs approximately 3,780 electricians statewide, up 25.6% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $71,660 | $34.45/hr | 1,870 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.
Maine Electrician Apprenticeships
Most electricians enter the field through a registered apprenticeship: typically 4 to 5 years of paid on-the-job training combined with classroom hours.
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