Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Guide: Maine
Average Certified Nursing Assistant Salary
$21.80/hour
The average salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant in Maine is $21.80 per hour. This is 12% higher than the US average of $19.16.
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Certified Nursing Assistant salaries in Maine compared to National Averages
$21.80/hour
Maine
12% higher than the US average.
$19.16/hour
United States
What cities in Maine pay the most for Certified Nursing Assistants?
Only Bangor, Maine reports pay data for Certified Nursing Assistants, averaging $15 per hour. Bangor, Maine also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $18. For comparison, the Maine average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $22 per hour — Bangor, Maine pays 32% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Bangor, Maine | $15 | $18 |
What type of Certified Nursing Assistants make the most money in Maine?
Only CNA reports pay data among Assisting specialties in Maine, averaging $22 per hour. CNA also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $23. For comparison, the Maine average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $22 per hour, roughly in line with CNA.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| CNA | $22 | $23 |
How does the pay for Certified Nursing Assistants in Maine compare to nearby states?
Pennsylvania pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $22 per hour, followed by New York ($19) and New Hampshire ($16). New York has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $25. For comparison, the Maine average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $22 per hour, roughly in line with Pennsylvania.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $22 | $23 |
| New York | $19 | $25 |
| New Hampshire | $16 | $20 |
| New Jersey | $15 | $19 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Maine?
Gentiva pays Certified Nursing Assistants the most, averaging $21 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($19). Perm Staff Jobs has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $21. For comparison, the Maine average for Certified Nursing Assistants is $22 per hour — Gentiva pays 6% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Gentiva | $21 | $21 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $19 | $21 |
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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