Maine Minimum Wage (2026)
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Maine's minimum wage is $15.10 an hour in 2026. Maine indexes its minimum wage to inflation each January; Portland sets a higher local rate.
Maine minimum wage vs. the federal minimum
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. Maine's effective minimum is $15.10 — $7.85 above the federal floor. Where state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay whichever is higher.
Minimum-wage pay & overtime
At $15.10 an hour, overtime (1.5×) is $22.65 per hour. 1.5× after 40 hours in a workweek. No daily overtime. Run your own numbers with the Maine overtime calculator or convert it to a yearly figure with the salary to hourly calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum wage in Maine in 2026?
The minimum wage in Maine is $15.10 per hour as of 2026. Maine indexes its minimum wage to inflation each January; Portland sets a higher local rate.
How much is Maine's minimum wage per year?
At $15.10 an hour, full-time (40 hours a week, 52 weeks) is about $31,408 a year before taxes, or $604 a week.
Is Maine's minimum wage higher than the federal minimum?
Yes. Maine's $15.10 is above the federal minimum of $7.25. When state and federal minimums differ, employers must pay the higher rate.
What is overtime pay on Maine's minimum wage?
Overtime is 1.5× your regular rate, so a minimum-wage worker at $15.10 earns $22.65 per overtime hour. 1.5× after 40 hours in a workweek. No daily overtime.
Rate as of January 2026, from the U.S. Department of Labor. Cities and counties may set higher local minimums, and rates change — confirm with your state labor office. General information, not legal or payroll advice.
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