What medical equipment preparers earn in Maine and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland, ME | $45,660 | $21.95 | 250 |
| Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area | $49,070 | $23.59 | 90 |
| Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area | $46,190 | $22.21 | 70 |
| Bangor, ME | $46,200 | $22.21 | 60 |
Medical Equipment Preparers in Maine earned a median of $46,860 a year ($22.53 an hour) in May 2025, 2% less than the national median of $47,700. The middle half earned $39,630 to $49,070.
Among areas in Maine, pay was highest in Bangor, ME at $46,200.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.