New Accounts Clerks Salary in Maine
In Maine, new accounts clerks earn $45,130 at the median — $21.7 an hour. The range runs from $42K at the entry level to $59K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Maine. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $45K get you in Maine?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Maine
Entry-level new accounts clerks (10th percentile) start around $42K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $59K or more, a $17K spread from bottom to top.
New Accounts Clerks salary by metro in Maine
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $48K | +6% | 130 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $48K | +5% | 30 |
| Bangor | $44K | -3% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do new accounts clerks make in Maine?
The median is $45,130 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $42,230, and experienced new accounts clerks can clear $58,880. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in Maine?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,039/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,281/month, which eats 42.2% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a new accounts clerks 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 new accounts clerks salary is worth about $46,192 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do new accounts clerks 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.