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Network Engineer Salary in Maine

The median network engineer salary in Maine is $87,400 per year, which is 5% below the national median of $92,000.

Median Salary
$87,400
vs National
$-4,600
State Rank
#27 of 50
Cost of Living
98%

Network Engineer Salary in Maine by Experience

In Maine, an entry-level network engineer earns around $57,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $131,100 per year. The cost of living index in Maine is 98% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,000
$-3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,300
$-4,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$131,100
$-6,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maine

Percentile ME Salary
10th Percentile $53,200
25th Percentile $70,300
Median (50th) $87,400
75th Percentile $112,100
90th Percentile $137,750

Network Engineer Salary by City in Maine

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

How to Become a Network Engineer in Maine

Education

Most network engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Maine has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CiscoTCP/IPFirewallsVPNNetwork MonitoringCCNA/CCNP

Job Outlook in Maine

Nationally, network engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Maine's demand may vary based on local industry trends.