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Portland Minimum Wage (2026)
At a glance
| Current rate | $16.75/hour |
| Effective date | 2026-01-01 |
| Full-time annual | $34,840 |
| Maine state rate | $15.10 (local is higher — local applies) |
| Scheduled increase | $17.75 on 2027-01-01 |
Employer rules
Voter-approved amendment (Nov 4, 2025): $16.75 in 2026, $17.75 in 2027, $19.00 in 2028, CPI-U Northeast from 2029. Tip credit capped at half the minimum wage. City employees: $16.75 from Jul 1, 2026.
FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Portland?
$16.75 per hour since 2026-01-01. This is higher than the ME state minimum ($15.10), so the local rate applies for work performed in Portland.
Does the Portland rate apply to all employers?
Voter-approved amendment (Nov 4, 2025): $16.75 in 2026, $17.75 in 2027, $19.00 in 2028, CPI-U Northeast from 2029. Tip credit capped at half the minimum wage. City employees: $16.75 from Jul 1, 2026.
Which applies if city and state rates differ?
Employers must pay the highest of federal, state, and local rates for work performed in that jurisdiction.
Official source: portlandmaine.gov/minimum-wage · Compare Maine state rate → · Verified 2026-09-15