Licensed Practical Nurse salary in Maine
Licensed Practical Nurses in Maine earn a median of $34.07 per hour, about $70,870 a year, 14% above the U.S. median of $29.97. The middle half earn between $29.70 and $36.51 per hour. The highest median among Maine metro areas is in Portland-South Portland, ME, at $36.19 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $34.07median pay per hour
- $70,870median pay per year
- 850employed in Maine
- #11of 50 states by median pay
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Maine: percentiles
| Level | Maine per hour | Maine per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.44 | $50,840 | $23.06 |
| Lower quartile | $29.70 | $61,780 | $26.55 |
| Median | $34.07 | $70,870 | $29.97 |
| Upper quartile | $36.51 | $75,940 | $35.17 |
| Top 10% | $48.01 | $99,860 | $38.71 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay by metro area in Maine
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maine median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland, ME | $36.19 | $75,270 | 320 | 6% above | $35.53 |
| Bangor, ME | $34.07 | $70,870 | 100 | in line with | $35.30 |
| Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $30.92 | $64,310 | 80 | 9% below | $32.64 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in states next to Maine
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maine |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $35.89 | $74,660 | 5% above Maine |
What employers are posting in Maine
- 14roles with published pay
- $28.88median pay per hour
- $27–$56typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 7 | $28.88 |
| MaineGeneral Health | 4 | $47.83 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 2 | $26.02 |
| Genesis Healthcare | 1 | $33.75 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 14 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Maine · Licensed Practical Nurse salary nationwide · Maine state guide · Maine licensing guide
Common questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Maine?
The median is $34.07 per hour, about $70,870 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $24.44 and the top 10% earn over $48.01 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maine city pays licensed practical nurses the most?
Among Maine metro areas, Portland-South Portland, ME has the highest median at $36.19 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maine rank for licensed practical nurse pay?
Maine ranks 11th of 50 states by median licensed practical nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportMaine · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 4 postings$47.83/ hr$32–$63
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLEWISTON, ME · 7 postings$28.88/ hr$27–$31
- Acadia HealthcarePortland, ME · 2 postings$26.02/ hr$22–$30
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14 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Maine, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 14 LPN / LVN roles
- RN or LPN - Glenridge Memory Care, 36 hours/week, nightsPermanent$36.00–$63.00/ hour
- Nurse (RN/LPN) - Gray Birch, 36 hours/week, daysPermanent$32.31–$63.00/ hour
+ 12 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.