Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Maine compares
Maine's median is $60,510, $2,960 (5.1%) above the U.S. median. It ranks 13th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $75,190 or more and the bottom 10% under $45,450. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 340 marine mechanics work in Maine, 1.5% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Maine has 3.6 times as many marine mechanics as the U.S. average.
Pay distribution: Maine vs. United States
Maine median $60,510
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Maine annual | Maine hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $45,450 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $50,780 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $60,510 | $29.09 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $71,750 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $75,190 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $60,330 | $29.01 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Maine
How much does a marine mechanic make in Maine?
The median is $60,510 a year, or $29.09 an hour (May 2025). The average is $60,330.
Is Maine a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 13th of 50, 5.1% above the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Maine?
About 340.