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Accountant Salary in Bangor, Maine

The median accountant salary in Bangor, ME is $73,490 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 6.1% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$73,490
vs State Avg
$-4,792
vs National
$-6,390
Cost of Living
92%

Accountant Salary in Bangor by Experience

In Bangor, an entry-level accountant earns around $47,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,840
$-4,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,400
$-9,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bangor, ME

Percentile Bangor
10th Percentile $46,368
25th Percentile $57,684
Median (50th) $73,490
75th Percentile $94,208
90th Percentile $122,176

Accountant Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$86,270
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$83,874
Pop. 25,665
Lewiston, ME
$71,892
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$71,093
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Accountant in Bangor

Education

Most accountant positions require a bachelor's degree. Bangor and the surrounding Maine area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

GAAPTax PreparationFinancial AnalysisQuickBooksExcelAuditing

Job Outlook

Nationally, accountant employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Bangor may vary based on local industry and population growth.