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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$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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $97K | N/A |
| 92 | Labor Relations Specialists | Business & Finance | $97K | $46.48/hr |
| 93 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $96K | $46.07/hr |
| 94 | Insurance Underwriters | Business & Finance | $96K | $45.92/hr |
| 95 | Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $95K | N/A |
| 96 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | Healthcare | $95K | $45.78/hr |
| 97 | Sales Engineers | Sales | $95K | $45.76/hr |
| 98 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists | Healthcare | $94K | $45.26/hr |
| 99 | Gas Plant Operators | Production & Manufacturing | $94K | $45.19/hr |
| 100 | Environmental Engineers | Engineering | $94K | $45.16/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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