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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | History Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $100K | N/A |
| 82 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $100K | $47.84/hr |
| 83 | Operations Research Analysts | Technology | $99K | $47.82/hr |
| 84 | General and Operations Managers | Management | $99K | $47.53/hr |
| 85 | Facilities Managers | Management | $98K | $47.26/hr |
| 86 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $98K | $47.03/hr |
| 87 | Dental Hygienists | Healthcare | $98K | $46.96/hr |
| 88 | Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | Science | $98K | $46.94/hr |
| 89 | Materials Engineers | Engineering | $97K | $46.69/hr |
| 90 | Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | Education | $97K | N/A |
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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