Healthcare Bangor, ME Pop. 32,029

Home Health Aide Salary in Bangor, Maine

The median home health aide salary in Bangor, ME is $31,518 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 6% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$31,518
vs State Avg
$-2,012
vs National
$-2,012
Cost of Living
92%

Home Health Aide Salary in Bangor by Experience

In Bangor, an entry-level home health aide earns around $23,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $39,480 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$23,500
$-1,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$31,960
$-2,040 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$39,480
$-2,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bangor, ME

Percentile Bangor
10th Percentile $22,560
25th Percentile $26,320
Median (50th) $31,518
75th Percentile $36,660
90th Percentile $41,360

Home Health Aide Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$36,883
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$35,877
Pop. 25,665
Lewiston, ME
$30,848
Pop. 37,121
Auburn, ME
$30,512
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Home Health Aide in Bangor

Education

Most home health aide positions require a high school diploma. Bangor and the surrounding Maine area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient CareVital SignsCPR/First AidCommunicationCompassionTime Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Bangor may vary based on local industry and population growth.