Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Maine | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,070 | $48,867 | +23% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.88 | $23.49 | +23% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,864.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Dental Assistant in Maine is $60,070, or about $28.88 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Dental Assistants is $48,867. Maine is +23% above the national median.
Entry-level dental assistants in Maine typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,550 dental assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $60,070, Maine offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.