Who’s Driving Maine’s Workforce? Meet the Top 25 Private Employers

Maine isn’t exactly packed to the gills with people.

In fact, it ranks just 43rd in the U.S. for population density, with just a little over 1.38 million folks calling it home. You might think that means it's all tiny towns and mom-and-pop shops on every corner, right? Well… surprise! That’s not quite the case.

Does Maine Have a lot of Large Private Companies?

Despite its relatively s

mall population, Maine is not struggling in the employment department. Many of the jobs available are with some of the largest employers, not just in Maine, but in the entire country

I came across a list from the Maine Department of Labor highlighting the state's 25 largest private employers. It offers a fascinating look at Maine's diverse economy and the locations of these major companies.

Many on the list come from the healthcare field, which makes perfect sense, considering how widely those services are used by the entire community. However, other categories are also well represented, such as retail, defense contractors, colleges, and banking—just to name a few.

What are Maine's Largest Private Employers?

A few major brands, such as, Lowe's, UPS, Home Depot, and Goodwill made the list. Those locations and companies can easily be found statewide.

It’s also great to see many locally owned companies on the list. Longstanding Maine businesses like Bath Iron Works, L.L. Bean, and other private institutions are represented.

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You can see the full list below. Many of the names will be familiar, while others might surprise you, and there may even be one or two you’ve never heard of. The one thing all these companies have in common is the impressive number of Mainers they employ.