Agriculture & Environment Bangor, ME Pop. 32,029

Park Ranger Salary in Bangor, Maine

The median park ranger salary in Bangor, ME is $39,100 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 6.1% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$39,100
vs State Avg
$-2,550
vs National
$-3,400
Cost of Living
92%

Park Ranger Salary in Bangor by Experience

In Bangor, an entry-level park ranger earns around $27,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $62,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$40,480
$-3,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$62,560
$-5,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bangor, ME

Percentile Bangor
10th Percentile $25,760
25th Percentile $31,280
Median (50th) $39,100
75th Percentile $53,360
90th Percentile $66,240

Park Ranger Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$45,900
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$44,625
Pop. 25,665
Lewiston, ME
$38,250
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$37,825
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Park Ranger in Bangor

Education

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

Key Skills

ConservationLaw EnforcementPublic EducationWildlife ManagementEmergency ResponseOutdoor Skills

Job Outlook

Nationally, park ranger employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Bangor may vary based on local industry and population growth.