Nursing Assistants Salary in Northeast Maine

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

Median annual salary $40,150 +1.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.30
10th percentile $30,240
90th percentile $47,970
Employed locally 1,120
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,240
    25th
    $35,690
    50th (median)
    $40,150
    75th
    $45,510
    90th
    $47,970

    Top-paying metros for Nursing Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $56,220
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $53,990
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $50,690
    Boulder, CO $49,390
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $48,520
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,510

    Related occupations in Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,530
    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 Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northeast Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northeast Maine is $19.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.41 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Maine above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northeast Maine is 1.6% above the national median of $39,530. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nursing Assistants in Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $30,240 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,690.