How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Maine?
$73,200a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Maine. That is $35.19 an hour or $6,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.19
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,160Median: $73,200Highest 10%: $82,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,160 | $27.00 | |
| 25th | $63,530 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $73,200 | $35.19 | |
| 75th | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| 90th | $82,600 | $39.71 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $75,950 |
| Bangor, ME | $72,370 |
| Lewiston, ME | $66,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 13. Maryland | $74,660 |
| 14. Colorado | $73,880 |
| 15. Connecticut | $73,690 |
| 16. Maine | $73,200 |
| 17. Hawaii | $71,140 |
| 18. Vermont | $69,930 |
| 19. Delaware | $68,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $35.19 ($73,200 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $73,200 against $64,400 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Maine rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Maine ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $75,950 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.