Salary Report for Maine Nurse Anesthetists
Maine Rankings
Compare Maine to U.S.
Maine Nurse Anesthetists earn an average of $209,050 which is 3% more than the national average salary of $202,470.
| Type | Maine | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $100.50 | $97.34 | 3.25% |
| Average Annual Salary | $209,050 | $202,470 | 3.25% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Maine, 50% of Nurse Anesthetists earn between $166,060 and $0 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn more than $0, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nurse Anesthetists.
Approximately 10% of Nurse Anesthetists earn under $164,640, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nurse Anesthetists.
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 34 | Under $164,640 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 51 | $164,640 – $166,060 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 85 | $166,060 – $202,080 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 85 | $202,080 – $0 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 51 | $202,080 – $0 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 34 | Above $0 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nurse Anesthetists in Maine nurses earn about $216,005 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $202,470.
Cost-of-living in Maine is 3% less than the national average, which means Maine residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
Nurse Anesthetists tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($34,360), LPNs ($50,790), Registered Nurses ($73,630), Nursing Instructors ($77,390), Nurse Practitioners ($116,370), and Nurse Midwives ($125,020).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $209,050 |
| Nurse Midwives | $125,020 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $116,370 |
| Nursing Instructors | $77,390 |
| Registered Nurses | $73,630 |
| LPNs | $50,790 |
| Nursing Assistants | $34,360 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Maine the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (15,430), Nursing Assistants (10,120) and Nurse Practitioners (2,020).
The three professions in Maine needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (37.4%), Nursing Instructors (18.4%) and Nursing Assistants (6.5%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 14,950 | 15,430 | 3.2% | 840 |
| Nursing Assistants | 9,500 | 10,120 | 6.5% | 1,240 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 1,470 | 2,020 | 37.4% | 150 |
| LPNs | 1,100 | 1,160 | 5.5% | 90 |
| Nursing Instructors | 380 | 450 | 18.4% | 50 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 330 | 340 | 3% | 20 |
| Nurse Midwives | 60 | 60 | 0% | 0 |
Salaries Ranked by Maine Cities
The average salary for Nurse Anesthetists in Maine is $209,050. The top cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the most are Portland-South Portland ($216,840), Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area ($203,340) and Northeast Maine Nonmetropolitan Area ($191,410).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nurse Anesthetists the highest average annual salary are Portland-South Portland ($234,574), Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area ($219,970) and Northeast Maine Nonmetropolitan Area ($207,064).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nurse Anesthetists in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nurse Anesthetists salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $216,840 | $234,574 | $17,734 |
| Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area | $203,340 | $219,970 | $16,630 |
| Northeast Maine Nonmetropolitan Area | $191,410 | $207,064 | $15,654 |
Salary FAQ for Maine Nurse Anesthetists
City and Rural Summaries
Northeast Maine Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $191,410
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $207,064
Hourly Wage: $92.02
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.44
Northeast Maine Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Portland-South Portland
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $216,840
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $234,574
Hourly Wage: $104
Currently Employed: 140
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.44
Portland-South Portland Salary Report
Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nurse Anesthetists Salary: $203,340
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $219,970
Hourly Wage: $97.76
Currently Employed: 80
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.44
Southwest Maine Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Official Data Sources for Nurse Anesthetists: Salary Data | Projected Employment | Cost of Living Data