Medical Surgical Nurse Salary Guide: Maine
Average Medical Surgical Nurse Salary
$46.72/hour
The average salary for a Medical Surgical Nurse in Maine is $46.72 per hour. This is 2% higher than the US average of $46.00.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Medical Surgical Nurse salaries in Maine compared to National Averages
$46.72/hour
Maine
2% higher than the US average.
$46.00/hour
United States
What cities in Maine pay the most for Med Surg Nurses?
Augusta, Maine pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $45 per hour, followed by Portland, Maine ($34) and Bridgton, Maine ($32). Augusta, Maine also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $50. For comparison, the Maine average for Registered Nurses is $47 per hour — Augusta, Maine pays 3% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta, Maine | $45 | $50 |
| Portland, Maine | $34 | $46 |
| Bridgton, Maine | $32 | $40 |
| Brunswick, Maine | $32 | $40 |
| Boothbay Harbor, Maine | $32 | $40 |
How does the pay for Med Surg Nurses in Maine compare to nearby states?
Massachusetts pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $73 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($50) and New Hampshire ($49). Massachusetts also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the Maine average for Registered Nurses is $47 per hour — Massachusetts pays 57% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $73 | $73 |
| Pennsylvania | $50 | $50 |
| New Hampshire | $49 | $53 |
| New York | $49 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Surgical Nurse jobs in Maine?
MaineGeneral Health pays Medical Surgical Nurses the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($36). For comparison, the Maine average for Registered Nurses is $47 per hour — MaineGeneral Health pays 3% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| MaineGeneral Health | $46 | $46 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $36 | $36 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Med Surg
- MaineGeneral Medical Center -Alfond Center for Health
- Augusta, ME
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$35-56/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Med Surg
- MaineGeneral Medical Center -Alfond Center for Health
- Augusta, ME
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Sign-On Bonus
$35-56/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Med Surg
- MaineGeneral Medical Center -Alfond Center for Health
- Augusta, ME
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$35-56/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Med Surg
- MaineGeneral Medical Center -Alfond Center for Health
- Augusta, ME
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$35-56/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
- New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland
- Portland, ME
$26-46/hour
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