PermanentPosted 25 days ago
Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Ellsworth, ME
$60k–$70k/ year
Top 25% pay
Dental Office Manager jobs in Portland, ME
The median dental office manager pay in the Portland area is $57.69 per hour ($119,990 a year), with the typical range running from $44.38 to $81.03. That ranks 103rd of 377 U.S. metro areas for dental office manager pay, and 120th of 333 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portland.
- $57.69median pay per hour, Portland
- $44–$81typical range per hour
- 1,050dental office managers employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Dental Office Manager pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is 10% above the Maine statewide median of $52.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $56.71 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 medical and health services managers employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 3.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $35.01 | $72,820 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $44.38 | $92,310 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $57.69 | $119,990 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $81.03 | $168,540 | 43% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $113.77 | $236,640 | 101% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 103rd of 377 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 120th of 333 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Maine metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for dental office manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Medical and Health Services Managers.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical and Health Services Managers (SOC 11-9111), 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 $57.69 median hour buys what $56.64 buys at the national price level, in line with 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,077
- Per year: $103,842
- Per month: $8,654
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.
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Auburn, ME
$24.00–$27.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Assistant Dental Office Manager
Aspen Dental · Ellsworth, ME
$22.00–$26.00/ hour
Dental health shortage areas in Cumberland County
HRSA lists 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Cumberland County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 on a 0 to 26 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for dentists, hygienists and dental assistants 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.
Dental Office Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $64.90/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $61.54/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $64.90/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $64.90/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $64.90/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $64.90/hr | 120,418 |
Dental Office Manager jobs in Maine · Dental Office Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maine
Management or dental office experience. 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.
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Common questions
How much do dental office managers make in Portland, ME?
Dental Office Managers in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $57.69 per hour, about $119,990 a year. The middle half earn between $44.38 and $81.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for dental office managers once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 120th of 333 metro areas for dental office manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 103rd of 377 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a dental office manager?
Management or dental office experience. 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 3 active dental health shortage designations that include Cumberland County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
Does Valorem Health place dental office managers in Portland?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Aspen DentalEllsworth, ME · 3 postings$25.50/ hr$22–$34
- Aspen DentalBend, OR · 3 postings$32.45/ hr$23–$34
- Aspen DentalSt. Charles, MO · 3 postings$30.05/ hr$19–$31
- Aspen DentalCharlotte, NC · 9 postings$27.64/ hr$19–$31
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2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$25.50High$34
3 Office Manager postings with published pay in Maine, 1 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Office Manager roles
- Dental Office ManagerPermanent$60k–$70k/ year
- Assistant Dental Office ManagerPermanent$24.00–$27.00/ hour
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