Retail Salespersons Salary in Maine
Median annual wage in Maine: $36,640 +3.5% vs national
Maine vs United States
| Maine | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $36,640 | $35,410 |
| Median hourly | $17.61 | $17.03 |
| Employment | 18,450 | 3,897,860 |
| Location quotient | 1.15 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Maine) · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Reading the data
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $31,300, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $49,500 — a 1.6x gap between entry-level and top earners.
The mean wage of $40,050 sits 9.3% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average retail salespersons salary in Maine?
The median annual wage in Maine is $36,640 ($17.61 per hour), per BLS OES May 2024 data.
How does Maine compare to the national average for retail salespersons?
The Maine median of $36,640 is 3.5% higher than the U.S. median of $35,410.
How many retail salespersons work in Maine?
Approximately 18,450 are employed in Maine, per BLS OES.