Rockland Minimum Wage 2026 (ME)
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Rockland, ME · Minimum Wage 2026
$15.00/hr
Effective 2026-01-01
Local ordinance
Rockland Minimum Wage vs. Maine
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Rockland | $15.00/hr | — |
| Maine (state rate) | $14.65/hr | City is +$0.35/hr higher |
Does Rockland Have Its Own Minimum Wage?
A city or county minimum wage ordinance sets a higher local wage floor than the state minimum, and employers within that jurisdiction must pay the higher local rate.
Yes. Rockland has enacted its own local minimum wage ordinance, currently set at $15.00/hr, effective 2026-01-01. This rate is higher than the Maine state minimum wage of $14.65/hr, and covered employers in Rockland must pay the local rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Rockland is $15.00 per hour, set by the city's own local ordinance, effective 2026-01-01.
Yes. Rockland has enacted a local minimum wage ordinance set at $15.00/hr, higher than the Maine state minimum of $14.65/hr.
Rockland's minimum wage of $15.00/hr is $0.35/hr higher than the Maine state minimum of $14.65/hr.