Maine Minimum Wage 2026 and 2027

As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Maine is $15.10 per hour, in effect since January 1, 2026. It is set by Title 26, Maine Revised Statutes, section 664 and administered by the Maine Department of Labor.

Maintained by Archie Chang · Rates and sources checked October 16, 2026 · Methodology & sources

Current rate (October 16, 2026)

$15.10

in effect since January 1, 2026

2027 rate

$15.70

Effective January 1, 2027

Compared with federal $7.25

$7.85 higher

Federal and state rules both apply

Maine minimum wage in 2027

$15.70 per hour from January 1, 2027, up $0.60 (4.0 percent).

The Maine Department of Labor poster states $15.70 effective January 1, 2027.

The Department adjusts the rate each January 1 based on the Consumer Price Index for the Northeast region (CPI-W).

Regional and local rates in Maine

Portland and Bangor have local minimum wage ordinances that may be higher.

Cities and counties may set higher local minimums where state law allows it. Employers must pay the highest rate that applies.

What changed in Maine

The $15.10 rate has been in effect since January 1, 2026 and did not change during 2026.

Agricultural and non-agricultural employers are covered at the same rate.

Maine minimum wage pay calculator

Weekly pay
$604.00
Monthly pay
$2,617.33
Yearly pay
$31,408.00
Overtime rate (1.5x)
$22.65 per hour

Gross pay before taxes at $15.10 per hour in Maine, paid straight time for every hour you enter. Overtime rules differ by state and employee, so use the overtime calculator when you work more than 40 hours a week.

Working more than 40 hours? Try the overtime pay calculator. Paid for a holiday? Use the holiday pay calculator.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum wage in Maine in 2026?

As of October 16, 2026, the minimum wage in Maine is $15.10 per hour for most adult, non-tipped employees. The $15.10 rate has been in effect since January 1, 2026 and did not change during 2026.

Will the Maine minimum wage go up in 2027?

The Maine Department of Labor poster states $15.70 effective January 1, 2027.

Does Maine have local minimum wages?

Portland and Bangor have local minimum wage ordinances that may be higher.

Not legal advice. This page covers the general hourly minimum for most adult, non-tipped employees. Tipped, youth, training, student, agricultural, small-employer and industry-specific wages follow different rules. Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, whether it is federal, state or local. Confirm your rate with your state labor agency or the U.S. Department of Labor.

Sources for Maine

Sources checked October 16, 2026.

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