Top Paying Jobs in Maine
Maine has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 71,520 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Radiologists ($555,750), Physicians, All Other ($419,410), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($379,930). The cost of living index is 97.7 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,281/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$139K
Avg. median salary
97.7
Cost of living index
$1,281
Median 2BR rent
1,408,058
Population
Highest paying careers in Maine
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radiologists | Healthcare | $556K | $267.19/hr |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | Healthcare | $419K | $201.64/hr |
| 3 | Obstetricians and Gynecologists | Healthcare | $380K | $182.66/hr |
| 4 | Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | Healthcare | $338K | $162.43/hr |
| 5 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $317K | $152.35/hr |
| 6 | Orthodontists | Healthcare | $301K | $144.83/hr |
| 7 | Psychiatrists | Healthcare | $300K | $144.32/hr |
| 8 | Nurse Anesthetists | Healthcare | $247K | $118.98/hr |
| 9 | Pediatricians, General | Healthcare | $246K | $118.23/hr |
| 10 | Family Medicine Physicians | Healthcare | $240K | $115.32/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Maine
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-2.3% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,281/mo
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