Nursing Assistants Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $45,210 +14.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.73
10th percentile $37,440
90th percentile $51,650
Employed locally 2,160
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,440
    25th
    $40,050
    50th (median)
    $45,210
    75th
    $47,220
    90th
    $51,650

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$37,000
    Medical Assistants$45,560
    Dental Assistants$47,900
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$49,140
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$38,660
    Physical Therapist Assistants$61,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Southwest Maine is $21.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Southwest Maine is 14.4% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $37,440 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,050.