Home Health and Personal Care Aides Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,530 +4.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.56
10th percentile $32,780
90th percentile $42,540
Employed locally 1,280
National median $34,900

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,780
    25th
    $35,630
    50th (median)
    $36,530
    75th
    $37,730
    90th
    $42,540

    Top-paying metros for Home Health and Personal Care Aides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Grants Pass, OR $53,120
    Longview-Kelso, WA $47,100
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $46,690
    Wenatchee-East Wenatchee, WA $46,350
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $46,260
    Walla Walla, WA $46,140

    Related occupations in Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $40,150
    Medical Assistants $45,430
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $58,120
    Dental Assistants $47,480
    Medical Equipment Preparers $44,840
    Phlebotomists $37,880

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Home Health and Personal Care Aides make per hour in Northeast Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Northeast Maine is $17.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.38 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Maine above or below average for Home Health and Personal Care Aides salaries?

    The median Home Health and Personal Care Aides salary in Northeast Maine is 4.7% above the national median of $34,900. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Home Health and Personal Care Aides in Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Home Health and Personal Care Aides (10th percentile) earn around $32,780 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,630.