"How long does it take to become a veterinary technician in Maine?"

"Most paths into the veterinary technician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do veterinary technicians need a license in Maine?"

"Yes. Maine requires state-level licensing or registration for veterinary technicians, administered by the Maine Department of Professional \u0026 Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for veterinary technicians in Maine?"

"In Maine, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Maine Apprenticeship Program, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Veterinary Technician in Maine

Q: "How much do veterinary technicians earn in Maine?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), veterinary technicians in Maine earned a median annual wage of approximately $50,810. Employment concentration in Maine is about 1.71 times the national average for this occupation."

Q: "What is the job outlook for veterinary technicians in Maine?"

"Maine currently employs approximately 910 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 9.1% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Maine veterinary technologists and technicians earn a median annual wage of $50,810 ($24.43/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 910 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 7.2% above the national median of $47,380 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $50,810 ($24.43/hr)
25th percentile: $48,610 per year
75th percentile: $56,110 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $57,690 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $47,340 per year
Workers employed in Maine: 910
Versus national median: 7.2% above the U.S. median of $47,380
Job concentration: Location quotient 1.71 - this occupation is more concentrated in Maine than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Maine employs approximately 910 veterinary technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $50,810 ¹. The state’s concentration of veterinary technician jobs is 1.71x the national average, indicating strong demand. Nationally, veterinary technician employment is projected to grow 9.1% from 2024 to 2034, with about 14,300 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a veterinary technician in Maine, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Veterinary Technician in Maine

How do I become a veterinary technician in Maine? Maine requires credentials such as Veterinarian Technician. The licensing authority is the Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Maine? Yes. Maine has licensing or registration requirements for veterinary technicians. The Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do veterinary technicians earn in Maine? The median annual wage for veterinary technicians in Maine is $50,810 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $47,340 and experienced professionals can earn $57,690 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Median wage (Maine): $50,810 per year ¹
Exam requirement: Third-party exam required

Veterinary Technician License Requirements in Maine

The Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation oversees veterinary technician licensing in Maine ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Veterinarian Technician	Vet techs use medical knowledge and clinical skills to provide routine and emergency nursing care to animals under the direction of a veterinarian.

Additional Requirements

Background check: No criminal record prohibitions
Exam: Third-party exam required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Veterinary Technician Wages by Metro Area in Maine

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in Maine

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), veterinary technologists and technicians wages in Maine vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Portland-South Portland	490	$50,890	$53,000	$50,120	$57,490
Bangor	90	$48,510	$48,670	$38,800	$58,610
Lewiston-Auburn	50	$49,270	$49,750	$46,300	$57,960

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Veterinary technicians in Maine

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest veterinary technician employment within Maine according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Portland-South Portland	490	$50,890
Bangor	90	$48,510
Lewiston-Auburn	50	$49,270

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for veterinary technicians in Maine? Maine currently employs approximately 910 veterinary technicians ¹. Nationally, veterinary technician employment is projected to grow 9.1% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a veterinary technician in Maine with an out-of-state license? Contact the Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Maine? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Maine.

How much do veterinary technicians earn in Maine compared to the national average? The median annual wage for veterinary technicians in Maine is $50,810, which is $4,830 above the national median of $45,980 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation - Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation - Licensing Information: https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/index.shtml ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)