Auto Body Labor Rates in Maine (2025)

Maine (ME) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Maine are 9% below the national average ($ 68/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Maine typically see a 5% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

-9%
$68 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

-9%
$68 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

-7%
$102 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

-12%
$88 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

Maine vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $68/hr ME -9%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $68/hr ME -9%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $102/hr ME -7%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $88/hr ME -12%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($130-140), lower cost region

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