PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lewiston, ME
$245k–$268k/ year
CRNA jobs in Portland, ME
The median CRNA pay in the Portland area is $115+ per hour ($239,200+ a year), with the typical range running from $104.00 to $115+. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $107.31 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portland.
- $115+median pay per hour, Portland
- $104–$115+typical range per hour
- 230CRNAs employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
CRNA pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is 4% above the Maine statewide median of $110.53 per hour. Nationally the median is $107.31 per hour. BLS counts about 230 nurse anesthetists employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.50).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $104.00 | $216,320 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $104.00 | $216,320 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $115+ | $239,200+ | 7% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Anesthetists (SOC 29-1151), all industries. Figures marked $115+ are the BLS top-coded maximum. 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).
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.
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Get my free pay reportTravel 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 CRNA 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).
Open CRNA roles in Maine
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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 CRNAs.
| 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.
CRNA pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $115+/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $103.01/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $115+/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $115+/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $115+/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $115+/hr | 120,418 |
License and tax basics in Maine
Maine is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Maine license by endorsement.
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 CRNAs make in Portland, ME?
CRNAs in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $115+ per hour, about $239,200+ a year. The middle half earn between $104.00 and $115+ per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do CRNAs work in Portland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, led by Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a CRNA?
Maine is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a Maine license by endorsement. 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.
Does Valorem Health place CRNAs in Portland?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 4 postings$173.59/ hr$142–$200
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$152.50/ hr$88–$200
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 7 postings$145.43/ hr$130–$161
- Mass General BrighamSalem, MA · 26 postings$140.62/ hr$67–$200
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Low$90Median$139.42High$191
106 CRNA postings with published pay in the US, 69 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 CRNA roles
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)Permanent$245k–$268k/ year
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