LPN salary in Maine
LPNs in Maine earn a median $73,200 a year, 14% above the national median of $64,400. That ranks #16 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $56,201.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $73,200 | $6,100 | $2,815 | $35.19 |
| Average pay | $72,110 | $6,009 | $2,773 | $34.67 |
| Take-home (median) | $56,201 | $4,683 | $2,162 | $27.02 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $7,274 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $5,600 |
| Maine income tax and state programs | $4,125 |
| Take-home | $56,201 |
Maine's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $57,909 buys in an average-priced state. The Maine minimum wage is $15.10; the median LPN earns 2.3 times that.
LPN pay in Maine vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine | $73,200 | $56,201 | $57,909 |
| New Hampshire | $77,110 | $63,077 | $60,555 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Maine?
- The median salary is $73,200 a year ($35.19 an hour), and the average is $72,110, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Maine?
- About $56,201 a year after federal and Maine taxes, or $2,162 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Maine than the national average?
- Maine ranks #16 of 51 for median pay, 14% above the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #9.