Maine Median
$99,730
per year
Hourly Rate
$47.95
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $96,980
State Rank
#13 of 48
120 employed here
How much does a Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in Maine?
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary in Maine take home a median of $99,730 annually — roughly $47.95 an hour — which runs 3% above the national median of $96,980.
Within Maine, entry-level pay starts around $60,870 while the top 10% make $161,560 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $72,020 and $136,240 a year.
Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary range in Maine
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $60,870 | $29.26 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $72,020 | $34.63 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $99,730 | $47.95 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $136,240 | $65.50 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $161,560 | $77.67 |
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How Maine compares
Maine ranks 13th out of 48 states and territories for Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in other states
California $128,210Massachusetts $128,030Utah $124,460Michigan $107,690Oregon $107,310Virginia $106,780Nevada $106,640Connecticut $106,290Indiana $102,660Delaware $102,080District of Columbia $101,380Rhode Island $100,790Maryland $98,850Illinois $98,750Georgia $98,030Wisconsin $97,730Pennsylvania $97,500Texas $97,480New York $96,450Vermont $94,930Nebraska $94,360Alabama $92,640Ohio $91,230Washington $90,950Missouri $90,770Iowa $89,510Minnesota $85,710Arizona $84,050New Hampshire $83,630Kentucky $83,470Tennessee $81,600Montana $81,560New Jersey $81,500North Dakota $81,400Colorado $80,530North Carolina $80,080New Mexico $79,440South Carolina $78,240Louisiana $77,530Florida $76,950Oklahoma $76,570South Dakota $75,540Mississippi $75,520West Virginia $73,880Kansas $67,400Wyoming $63,900Arkansas $56,180
Working as a Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary in Maine
Nationally, about 35,000 people work as Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Maine pay ($99,730) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary make in Maine?
The median Computer Science Teacher, Postsecondary salary in Maine is $99,730 per year, or about $47.95 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $60,870 at the entry level to $161,560 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maine pay compare to the national average?
Maine pays Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary about 3% more than the national median of $96,980. Maine ranks 13th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maine a good state for Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary?
Yes on pay — Maine pays above the national median for this occupation, at $99,730 a year. About 120 Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary are employed in Maine. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Maine?
The highest-paying occupations in Maine include Radiologist ($555,750), Physician, All Other ($419,410), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($379,930), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.