What is the minimum wage in Portland?

The minimum wage in Portland is $16.75 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.

How much is that per year at full time?

At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Portland minimum wage works out to about $34,840 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.

City / local ordinance · ME

Minimum wage in Portland

$16.75 per hour

Effective 2026-01-01 · Source: portlandmaine.gov

Above ME state ($15.10). Voter-approved schedule. Tipped wage half of standard = $8.38.

Earnings calculator

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Wage (USD, per hour)

Hours per week

Hourly: $16.75
Daily: $134
Weekly: $670
Monthly: $2,903
Annual: $34,840

Gross earnings before tax and deductions. Weekly/monthly/annual figures assume 40 paid hours every week of the year. Actual take-home depends on local taxes, benefits, and hours worked.

Hourly: $16.75
Weekly (40h): $670
Monthly: $2,903
Annual: $34,840

Minimum wage in Portland: FAQ

What is the minimum wage in Portland?: The minimum wage in Portland is $16.75 per hour, effective 2026-01-01.
How much is that per year at full time?: At 40 hours a week for 52 weeks, the Portland minimum wage works out to about $34,840 in gross annual pay, before tax and deductions.
Are there exceptions or upcoming changes?: Above ME state ($15.10). Voter-approved schedule. Tipped wage half of standard = $8.38.