Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary in Maine: $84,911 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Maine's 10 metropolitan areas, the average median radiologic technologist and technician pay sits at $84,911/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2034. Because Maine sits at BEA RPP 99.6 (0% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $85,252 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Lewiston ($84,510), Auburn ($84,486), Portland ($80,910).
In Maine, the average median salary for radiologic technologists and technicians in 2026 is projected to be $84,911, which is slightly above the national median of $84,348, marking a 0.7% difference. The highest paying city in the state is Lewiston, where the average salary reaches $88,981. In contrast, Brunswick offers the lowest average salary at $77,742, resulting in a salary gap of $11,239 between these two cities. Such disparities can be attributed to factors including the cost of living, local demand for healthcare services, and the availability of specialized roles. Maine’s job market for radiologic technologists is expected to grow at an annual rate of 5.29%, indicating a steady demand for qualified professionals. The state enforces specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that technologists must adhere to, ensuring a qualified workforce. The top five cities projected for growth in salaries include Auburn at $88,955, Portland at $85,190, South Portland at $84,826, and Bangor at $81,726. This outlook reflects a combination of factors such as an aging population requiring more imaging services and advancements in radiologic technology, contributing to a positive employment forecast in Maine’s healthcare sector.
Maine Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Maine: $56,898 (lowest entry-level) to $123,370 (highest top earner)
Maine vs National Average
Maine radiologic technologists and technicians earn 0.67% more than the national median (+$563/year difference).
Maine Radiologic Technologist and Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Radiologic Technologist and Technician salaries in Maine range from $67,169 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $106,926 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $84,911. The Maine median is $563 above the US national median of $84,348. The average hourly rate is $40.82/hr. Approximately 605 radiologic technologist and technicians are employed across 10 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$58,270
2025 BLS Actual
$80,645
2026 Current Est.
$84,911
2019–2027 Growth
+53.4%
Salary Trajectory for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Maine (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.29% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $58,270 | Actual |
| 2020 | $62,460 | Actual |
| 2021 | $61,034 | Actual |
| 2022 | $64,791 | Actual |
| 2023 | $72,849 | Actual |
| 2024 | $77,795 | Actual |
| 2025 | $80,645 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $84,911 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $89,403 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Maine metropolitan area, the median radiologic technologist and technician salary grew 38.4% from $58,270 (2019) to $80,645 (2025). At a 5.29% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $89,403 by 2027 — a total increase of $31,133 (53.43%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Maine metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.29% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Maine
Lowest Paying Cities in Maine
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Brunswick | $77,742 |
| Sanford | $78,481 |
| Augusta | $79,220 |
| Biddeford | $79,486 |
| Scarborough | $80,155 |
Best Value Cities for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Maine
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Maine cities offer the most purchasing power for radiologic technologists and technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lewiston | $88,981 | 94.736 | $93,925 |
| Auburn | $88,955 | 99.6 | $89,312 |
| South Portland | $84,826 | 99.6 | $85,167 |
| Bangor | $81,726 | 96.508 | $84,683 |
| Portland | $85,190 | 101.858 | $83,636 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Maine
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $67,169 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $84,911 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $106,926 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Maine metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 10 Cities in Maine
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewiston | $88,981 |
| 2 | Auburn | $88,955 |
| 3 | Portland | $85,190 |
| 4 | South Portland | $84,826 |
| 5 | Bangor | $81,726 |
| 6 | Scarborough | $80,155 |
| 7 | Biddeford | $79,486 |
| 8 | Augusta | $79,220 |
| 9 | Sanford | $78,481 |
| 10 | Brunswick | $77,742 |
More Maine Salary Data
Hourly Rates
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Entry Level
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Written by Jordan Lee, RT(R), RT(TM)
Career Analyst
Jordan Lee has over 10 years of experience in radiologic technology. They specialize in mammography and work in an outpatient imaging center.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.29% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 radiologic technologist and technician compensation across Maine. State averages are employment-weighted across 10 metro areas — larger metro areas with more radiologic technologists and technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.29%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for radiologic technologist and technicians (SOC 29-2034).
Compiled and verified by Jordan Lee, RT(R), RT(TM), a licensed radiologic technologist and technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov