Major pension plans in the state
| Plan Name | Assets (millions) | Participants | Funded Ratio | Percent of ARC Paid | Retirement System that Administers the Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Local | 2,953.2 | 23,615 | 89.6 | 100.0 | Maine Public Employees Retirement System |
| Maine State and Teacher | 12,035.6 | 84,535 | 81.8 | 100.0 | Maine Public Employees Retirement System |
Source: Public Plans Database (as of 2019)
Public Cost
Annual Required Contribution as percent of State and Local Own-Source Revenue, 2001-2018
| Fiscal Year | ME | US |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4.5 | 2.9 |
| 2002 | 6.9 | 3.0 |
| 2003 | 4.5 | 3.4 |
| 2004 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| 2005 | 4.0 | 3.8 |
| 2006 | 4.1 | 3.7 |
| 2007 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| 2008 | 3.9 | 4.2 |
| 2009 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
| 2010 | 4.4 | 4.6 |
| 2011 | 4.4 | 4.9 |
| 2012 | 3.4 | 5.0 |
| 2013 | 3.5 | 5.2 |
| 2014 | 4.0 | 5.6 |
| 2015 | 4.2 | 5.8 |
| 2016 | 4.0 | 6.1 |
| 2017 | 4.1 | 6.0 |
| 2018 | 4.2 | 6.4 |