Nurse Manager Salary Guide: Maine
Average Nurse Manager Salary
$49.27/hour
The average salary for a Nurse Manager in Maine is $49.27 per hour. This is 5% lower than the US average of $51.62.
Last updated on October 6, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nurse Manager salaries in Maine compared to National Averages
$49.27/hour
Maine
5% lower than the US average.
$51.62/hour
United States
What cities in Maine pay the most for Nurse Managers?
Portland, Maine pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $34 per hour, followed by Brunswick, Maine ($32) and Boothbay Harbor, Maine ($32). Portland, Maine also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Maine average for Nurse Managers is $49 per hour — Portland, Maine pays 30% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, Maine | $34 | $46 |
| Brunswick, Maine | $32 | $40 |
| Boothbay Harbor, Maine | $32 | $40 |
How does the pay for Nurse Managers in Maine compare to nearby states?
Connecticut pays Nurse Managers the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Pennsylvania ($52). Pennsylvania has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the Maine average for Nurse Managers is $49 per hour — Connecticut pays 7% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $53 | $55 |
| Pennsylvania | $52 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Nurse Manager jobs in Maine?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Nurse Managers, averaging $45 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the Maine average for Nurse Managers is $49 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 9% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $48 |
Last updated on October 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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- New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland, a Joint Venture of Maine Medical Center and Encompass Health
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- South Portland, ME
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- Lisbon Falls, ME
$46-50/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager
- New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland, a Joint Venture of Maine Medical Center and Encompass Health
- Bath, ME
$46-50/hour
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- New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland, a Joint Venture of Maine Medical Center and Encompass Health
- South Windham, ME
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