Trades & Labor Bangor, ME Pop. 32,029

Machinist Salary in Bangor, Maine

The median machinist salary in Bangor, ME is $44,960 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 6.1% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$44,960
vs State Avg
$-2,933
vs National
$-3,910
Cost of Living
92%

Machinist Salary in Bangor by Experience

In Bangor, an entry-level machinist earns around $31,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $66,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,280
$-2,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$46,000
$-4,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$66,240
$-5,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bangor, ME

Percentile Bangor
10th Percentile $29,440
25th Percentile $35,880
Median (50th) $44,960
75th Percentile $56,120
90th Percentile $68,080

Machinist Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$52,780
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$51,314
Pop. 25,665
Lewiston, ME
$43,983
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$43,494
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Machinist in Bangor

Education

Most machinist positions require a high school diploma. Bangor and the surrounding Maine area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CNC ProgrammingBlueprint ReadingPrecision MeasurementMetalworkingCAD/CAMQuality Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, machinist 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.