Printing Press Operators Salary in Maine
The median pay for a printing press operators in Maine is $44,560/year ($21.43/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $35K at the entry level to $58K 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 printing press operators (10th percentile) start around $35K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $58K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
Printing Press Operators 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 | $45K | +2% | 170 |
| Bangor | $45K | +1% | 30 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $42K | -6% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do printing press operators make in Maine?
The median is $44,560 a year, that works out to about $21 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $34,920, and experienced printing press operators can clear $57,530. 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 $3,004/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,281/month, which eats 42.6% 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 printing press operators 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 printing press operators salary is worth about $45,609 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do printing press operators 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.