Maine Median
$64,660
per year
Hourly Rate
$31.09
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+8% vs US median
US median $59,920
State Rank
#9 of 43
state estimate
How much do Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians make in Maine?
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Maine take home a median of $64,660 annually — roughly $31.09 an hour — which runs 8% above the national median of $59,920.
Within Maine, entry-level pay starts around $34,180 while the top 10% make $68,280 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $61,250 and $65,150 a year.
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary range in Maine
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $34,180 | $16.43 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $61,250 | $29.45 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $64,660 | $31.09 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $65,150 | $31.32 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $68,280 | $32.83 |
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How Maine compares
Maine ranks 9th out of 43 states and territories for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary in other states
Washington $100,050Oregon $80,770Tennessee $80,100Alaska $77,860Nevada $75,330Maryland $67,510Massachusetts $66,860Arizona $65,420South Carolina $63,200New York $62,540Idaho $62,240Oklahoma $61,900Kentucky $61,470New Mexico $61,170Louisiana $60,840Colorado $60,740New Jersey $60,740Georgia $60,500Utah $60,410Alabama $60,170Minnesota $60,110California $60,010Pennsylvania $59,920Kansas $59,420Montana $58,870Iowa $58,690Texas $57,150Nebraska $54,690South Dakota $53,960North Carolina $53,660Indiana $53,110Virginia $52,330Florida $51,970Ohio $51,830Hawaii $51,810Illinois $51,540Michigan $50,800Wisconsin $49,190West Virginia $47,650Arkansas $45,290New Hampshire $39,880Mississippi $36,680
Working as Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in Maine
Nationally, about 12,000 people work as Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Maine pay ($64,660) 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 do Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians make in Maine?
The median Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians salary in Maine is $64,660 per year, or about $31.09 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $34,180 at the entry level to $68,280 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maine pay compare to the national average?
Maine pays Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians about 8% more than the national median of $59,920. Maine ranks 9th out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maine a good state for Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians?
Yes on pay — Maine pays above the national median for this occupation, at $64,660 a year. 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.