Maine Median
$301,250
per year
Hourly Rate
$144.83
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+4% vs US median
US median $289,140
State Rank
#11 of 19
60 employed here
How much does an Orthodontist make in Maine?
An Orthodontist working in Maine earns a median salary of $301,250 per year, or about $144.83 per hour. That is 4% above the national median of $289,140 for this occupation.
Within Maine, entry-level pay starts around $171,120 while the top 10% make $323,460 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $182,010 and $323,460 a year.
Orthodontist salary range in Maine
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $171,120 | $82.27 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $182,010 | $87.50 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $301,250 | $144.83 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $323,460 | $155.51 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $323,460 | $155.51 |
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How Maine compares
Maine ranks 11th out of 19 states and territories for Orthodontist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Orthodontist salary in other states
Connecticut $478,680Colorado $416,000Maryland $361,030Michigan $357,090Illinois $343,100Tennessee $339,610Missouri $332,630Montana $312,840South Carolina $311,450Pennsylvania $311,180Washington $290,430Arizona $272,330Alabama $253,670North Carolina $224,990Ohio $219,300Wisconsin $212,860New York $172,980Georgia $159,230
Working as an Orthodontist in Maine
Nationally, about 6,000 people work as Orthodontists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Maine pay ($301,250) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Orthodontist make in Maine?
The median Orthodontist salary in Maine is $301,250 per year, or about $144.83 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $171,120 at the entry level to $323,460 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maine pay compare to the national average?
Maine pays Orthodontists about 4% more than the national median of $289,140. Maine ranks 11th out of 19 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maine a good state for Orthodontists?
Yes on pay — Maine pays above the national median for this occupation, at $301,250 a year. About 60 Orthodontists are employed in Maine. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Maine?
The highest-paying occupations in Maine include Radiologist ($555,750), Physician, All Other ($419,410), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($379,930), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Orthodontist salary report
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.