Dental Assistants pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for dental assistants is $28.88 an hour ($60,070 a year). About 1,550 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($48,070). Maine ranks 3rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dental assistants in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.74 | $47,290 |
| 25% of workers | $23.68 | $49,250 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.88 | $60,070 |
| 75% of workers | $29.57 | $61,510 |
| 90% of workers | $30.13 | $62,660 |
Dental Assistants pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $61,240 | 830 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $57,650 | 100 |
| Bangor | $49,160 | 190 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dental assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 53,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $47,580 |
| Dental Hygienists | $97,680 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $50,810 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $61,490 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $45,510 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $46,860 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,640 |
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