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Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Portland, ME
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Portland area earn a median of $22.80 per hour, about $47,430 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.47 and $23.56. That ranks 16th of 380 U.S. metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay, and 21st of 341 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Portland and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portland.
- $22.80median pay per hour, Portland
- $20–$24typical range per hour
- 3,320employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 4% above the Maine statewide median of $21.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $19.01 per hour. BLS counts about 3,320 nursing assistants employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 11.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.30).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.03 | $39,580 | in line with U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.47 | $42,580 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Median | $22.80 | $47,430 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.56 | $49,000 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.20 | $56,580 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 16th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 21st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Maine metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nursing Assistants (SOC 31-1131), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.80 median hour buys what $22.38 buys at the national price level, 18% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Portland paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$821
- Per year: $41,040
- Per month: $3,420
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
Travel certified nursing assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of certified nursing assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Cumberland County
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Cumberland County (2 geographic, 1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 16 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Certified Nursing Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $22.17/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $21.98/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $22.17/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $22.17/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $22.17/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $22.17/hr | 120,418 |
Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Maine · Certified Nursing Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maine
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maine taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Portland
Portland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do certified nursing assistants make in Portland, ME?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $22.80 per hour, about $47,430 a year. The middle half earn between $20.47 and $23.56 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for certified nursing assistants once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 21st of 341 metro areas for certified nursing assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 16th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring certified nursing assistants in Portland?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Portland-South Portland area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Portland.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a certified nursing assistant?
State-approved CNA training and active state registry listing. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Portland in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 5 active primary care shortage designations that include Cumberland County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Portland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $152 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your CNA pay reportPortland, ME · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 26 postings$27.02/ hr$20–$35
- AmedisysSouth Portland, ME · 2 postings$26.25/ hr$25–$28
- BrightSpring Health ServicesROCKLAND, ME · 2 postings$24.00/ hr$23–$25
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLEWISTON, ME · 7 postings$23.88/ hr$20–$27
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$27.02High$34
38 CNA postings with published pay in Maine, 27 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 38 CNA roles
- CNA Hospice AidePermanent$25.00–$28.00/ hour
- Certified Nurse Assistant II (CNA II)Permanent$23.00–$26.75/ hour
+ 36 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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