How much does a dental assistant make in Maine?
$60,070a year
Median yearly pay for dental assistants in Maine. That is $28.88 an hour or $5,006 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.88
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,290Median: $60,070Highest 10%: $62,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,290 | $22.74 | |
| 25th | $49,250 | $23.68 | |
| Median | $60,070 | $28.88 | |
| 75th | $61,510 | $29.57 | |
| 90th | $62,660 | $30.13 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $61,240 |
| Lewiston, ME | $57,650 |
| Bangor, ME | $49,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dental assistants.
| 1. Minnesota | $65,270 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $60,580 |
| 3. Maine | $60,070 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $59,530 |
| 5. Oregon | $59,490 |
| 6. Washington | $58,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dental assistant make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $28.88 ($60,070 a year).
Do dental assistants make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $60,070 against $48,070 nationally, 25% more.
Where does Maine rank for dental assistant pay?
Maine ranks 3 of 50 states.
Which city in Maine pays dental assistants the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $61,240 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.