Registered Nurse salary in Maine
Registered Nurses in Maine earn a median of $39.84 per hour, about $82,860 a year, 11% below the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $36.97 and $47.11 per hour. The highest median among Maine metro areas is in Bangor, ME, at $41.76 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $39.84median pay per hour
- $82,860median pay per year
- 16,280registered nurses employed in Maine
- #28of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Maine: percentiles
| Level | Maine per hour | Maine per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.89 | $66,330 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $36.97 | $76,900 | $37.79 |
| Median | $39.84 | $82,860 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $47.11 | $97,990 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $50.42 | $104,870 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Maine
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maine median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor, ME | $41.76 | $86,860 | 2,130 | 5% above | $43.27 |
| Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $39.84 | $82,860 | 1,270 | in line with | $42.05 |
| Portland-South Portland, ME | $39.82 | $82,830 | 6,660 | in line with | $39.09 |
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).
Registered Nurse pay in states next to Maine
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maine |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $46.55 | $96,830 | 17% above Maine |
What employers are posting in Maine
- 67roles with published pay
- $44.28median pay per hour
- $36–$63typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| MaineGeneral Health | 32 | $49.50 |
| Central Maine Healthcare Corporation | 31 | $42.58 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 2 | $31.60 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $42.54 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $52.74 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 67 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Maine?
The median is $39.84 per hour, about $82,860 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $31.89 and the top 10% earn over $50.42 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maine city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Maine metro areas, Bangor, ME has the highest median at $41.76 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maine rank for registered nurse pay?
Maine ranks 28th of 50 states by median registered 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- MaineGeneral HealthAugusta, ME · 32 postings$49.50/ hr$32–$68
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLEWISTON, ME · 31 postings$42.58/ hr$33–$55
- Greenstaff Medical Staffing LLCBangor, ME · 2 wage offers$38.22/ hr$38–$38
- Acadia HealthcarePortland, ME · 2 postings$31.60/ hr$24–$42
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