How much does a nursing assistant make in Maine?
$47,070a year
Median yearly pay for nursing assistants in Maine. That is $22.63 an hour or $3,923 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.63
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 8,540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,100Median: $47,070Highest 10%: $58,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,100 | $18.80 | |
| 25th | $44,200 | $21.25 | |
| Median | $47,070 | $22.63 | |
| 75th | $50,190 | $24.13 | |
| 90th | $58,120 | $27.94 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lewiston, ME | $48,570 |
| Portland, ME | $48,180 |
| Bangor, ME | $46,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for nursing assistants.
| 6. California | $47,630 |
| 7. Colorado | $47,380 |
| 8. Vermont | $47,130 |
| 9. Maine | $47,070 |
| 10. New Jersey | $46,830 |
| 11. Massachusetts | $46,680 |
| 12. Minnesota | $46,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $22.63 ($47,070 a year).
Do nursing assistants make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $47,070 against $42,260 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Maine rank for nursing assistant pay?
Maine ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays nursing assistants the most?
Lewiston-Auburn, ME, with a median of $48,570 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.