Childcare Workers Salary in Maine
Childcare Workers in Maine earn a median of $36,350 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,350
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,990
Pay range in Maine
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200; the top 10% earn over $46,020. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Maine
Similar jobs in Maine
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$43,890 median in Maine
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$60,680 median in Maine
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$52,660 median in Maine
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$78,050 median in Maine
- Residential Advisors$43,780 median in Maine
- Nannies$36,350 median in Maine (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Maine
How much do childcare workers make in Maine?
The median is $36,350 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,200 and the top 10% earn over $46,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maine a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.