Electrical and Electronics Drafters Salary in Maine
In Maine, electrical and electronics drafters earn $71,070 at the median — $34.17 an hour. The range runs from $53K at the entry level to $84K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Maine. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $71K get you in Maine?
About electrical and electronics drafters
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Maine
Entry-level electrical and electronics drafters (10th percentile) start around $53K. Mid-career wages sit at $71K. Top earners bring in $84K or more, a $31K spread from bottom to top.
Electrical and Electronics Drafters salary by metro in Maine
1 metro area with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $72K | +2% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do electrical and electronics drafters make in Maine?
The median is $71,070 a year, that works out to about $34 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $53,420, and experienced electrical and electronics drafters can clear $84,030. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $71K enough to live in Maine?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,567/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,281/month, which eats 28% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a electrical and electronics drafters salary go in Maine?
Maine has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median electrical and electronics drafters salary is worth about $72,743 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do electrical and electronics drafters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.