Nurse Practitioner salary in Maine
Nurse practitioners in Maine earn a median $130,260 a year, 2% below the national median of $132,300. That ranks #31 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $91,829.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-1171. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $130,260 | $10,855 | $5,010 | $62.63 |
| Average pay | $134,210 | $11,184 | $5,162 | $64.52 |
| Take-home (median) | $91,829 | $7,652 | $3,532 | $44.15 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $19,996 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $9,965 |
| Maine income tax and state programs | $8,469 |
| Take-home | $91,829 |
Maine's prices are 3% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $94,621 buys in an average-priced state. The Maine minimum wage is $15.10; the median nurse practitioner earns 4.1 times that.
Nurse Practitioner pay in Maine vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine | $130,260 | $91,829 | $94,621 |
| New Hampshire | $137,550 | $105,281 | $101,072 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do nurse practitioners make in Maine?
- The median salary is $130,260 a year ($62.63 an hour), and the average is $134,210, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do nurse practitioners take home in Maine?
- About $91,829 a year after federal and Maine taxes, or $3,532 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do nurse practitioners earn more in Maine than the national average?
- Maine ranks #31 of 51 for median pay, 2% below the U.S. median of $132,300. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #43.