Question 1

How much does a CDL driver make in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

The average CDL truck driver in Portland, Maine earns $3,279 per week, or approximately $170,508 per year. The median weekly pay is $2,250, based on 1,070 current job listings.

Question 2

What do the top 10% of CDL drivers earn in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

The top 10% of CDL drivers in Portland, Maine earn $7,500 per week, which works out to roughly $390,000 per year. Weekly pay ranges from $300 to $12,000.

Question 3

How does W2 pay compare to Owner Operator pay in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

Pay varies significantly by hiring type in Portland, Maine. Average weekly pay by category: Owner Operator at $7,484/week, Independent Contractor (1099) at $2,262/week, Company Driver (W2) at $1,629/week. These figures reflect current job listings and may vary based on experience, routes, and carrier.

Question 4

What is the highest paying trucking job in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

Among current featured listings, SFI GROUP INC is offering a HIRING  AMAZON OTR/ O-O position paying $7,000–$8,000/week.

Question 5

Are there sign-on bonuses for CDL drivers in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

Yes — 323 jobs in Portland, Maine currently offer sign-on bonuses, with an average bonus of $2,068.

Question 6

What benefits do CDL driving jobs offer in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

Based on 1,070 current listings in Portland, Maine: 26% offer dedicated routes, 1% include guaranteed pay, 71% allow pets, 69% allow riders, 89% let you take the truck home. Benefits vary by carrier and position type.

Question 7

Is CDL driving worth it in Portland, Maine?

Accepted Answer

With 1,070 open positions and an average pay of $170,508 per year in Portland, Maine, CDL driving remains a strong career option. Top earners make $390,000 per year, and 323 jobs currently offer sign-on bonuses averaging $2,068. Demand for CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce and supply chain needs expand.

Hiring Type	Avg Weekly	Median Weekly	Range	Jobs
Independent Contractor (1099)	$2,262	$2,100	$300 — $4,500	500	View Jobs
Owner Operator	$7,484	$7,500	$300 — $14,000	298	View Jobs
Company Driver (W2)	$1,629	$1,600	$300 — $3,800	272	View Jobs

$3,279 /week

Pay Distribution in Portland, Maine

Salary by Hiring Type in Portland, Maine

Driver Perks & Benefits in Portland, Maine

Route Types in Portland, Maine

Freight Handling in Portland, Maine

Featured Opportunities in Portland, Maine

SFI GROUP INC

AD EXPRESS TRUCKING LLC

Karvon Group LLC

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