PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine
MaineGeneral Health · Waterville, ME
$108k–$158k/ year
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Portland, ME
Nurse Practitioners in the Portland area earn a median of $58.56 per hour, about $121,810 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $51.19 and $62.85. That ranks 268th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 311th of 336 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portland.
- $58.56median pay per hour, Portland
- $51–$63typical range per hour
- 700nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Practitioner pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is 3% below the Maine statewide median of $60.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 700 nurse practitioners employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.83 | $99,490 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $51.19 | $106,480 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $58.56 | $121,810 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $62.85 | $130,730 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $76.35 | $158,810 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 268th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 311th of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Maine metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Practitioners (SOC 29-1171), 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 $58.56 median hour buys what $57.49 buys at the national price level, 7% below 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$2,108
- Per year: $105,408
- Per month: $8,784
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 nurse practitioner 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 Nurse Practitioner roles in Maine
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Portland as they open.
PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Medical Oncology NP
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$101k–$131k/ year
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NP/PA - Emergency Department (Front End Medical Staff)
MaineGeneral Health · Waterville, ME
$95.00–$115.50/ hour
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NP/PA - Emergency Department - Front End - Per Diem 12 Hour Shifts
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$95.00–$115.50/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
NP/PA - Emergency Department (Front End Provider)
MaineGeneral Health · Augusta, ME
$135k–$195k/ year
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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Bridgton, ME
$125k–$144k/ year
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 nurse practitioners.
| 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.
Nurse Practitioner pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $66.77/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $64.19/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $66.77/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $66.77/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $66.77/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $66.77/hr | 120,418 |
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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 nurse practitioners make in Portland, ME?
Nurse Practitioners in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $58.56 per hour, about $121,810 a year. The middle half earn between $51.19 and $62.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 311th of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 268th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do nurse practitioners 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 nurse practitioner?
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.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 5 postings$79.14/ hr$49–$116
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$96.91/ hr$86–$108
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 6 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
- Sharp HealthcareSan Diego, CA · 3 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
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Low$51Median$71.90High$116
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- Nurse Practitioner - Addiction MedicinePermanent$108k–$158k/ year
- Medical Oncology NPPermanent$101k–$131k/ year
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