Media & Communications Maine (ME) Rank #18 of 50

Journalist Salary in Maine

The median journalist salary in Maine is $54,841 per year, which is 2% below the national median of $55,960.

Median Salary

$54,841

vs National

$-1,119

State Rank

#18 of 50

Cost of Living

98%

Journalist Salary in Maine by Experience

In Maine, an entry-level journalist earns around $34,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $98,000 per year. The cost of living index in Maine is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,300

$-700 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$56,840

$-1,160 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$98,000

$-2,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maine

Percentile	ME Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,360	$32,000	$-640
25th Percentile	$39,200	$40,000	$-800
Median (50th)	$54,841	$55,960	$-1,119
75th Percentile	$76,440	$78,000	$-1,560
90th Percentile	$107,800	$110,000	$-2,200

Journalist Salary by City in Maine

The largest employment areas for journalists in Maine include Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, and South Portland. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Portland, ME

$60,437

Pop. 68,408 · COL 108%

Lewiston, ME

$50,364

Pop. 37,121 · COL 90%

Bangor, ME

$51,483

Pop. 32,029 · COL 92%

South Portland, ME

$58,758

Pop. 25,665 · COL 105%