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LIVE IN MAINE

Thinking of a move to Maine? You’ll find the work/life balance you crave here. Discover fulfilling careers, breathtaking landscapes, and a welcoming community. Explore things to do in Maine and make it your new home.

#1

Place for Women to Work in the US.

Source: Benefit News

#2

Best State to Live in.

Source: Thrillist

#1

Place to Live on the East Coast.

Source: Travel and Leisure

#2

Safest State in the US.

Source: Wallethub

#4

Highest Rate of Adults with High School Education.

Source: Wallethub

#8

Best State for Military Retirees.

Source: Wallethub

#8

Best Place to Find a Summer Job.

Source: CNBC

#10

Best Places for Jobs.

Source: Wallethub

Hear it from real Mainers

Learn more about the Maine quality of life firsthand! Hear from the people who call Maine home and learn why they love living here.

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Investment

Bobbie Lamont

Longtime Mainer

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Venture Capital

Santiago Zindel Mundet Cruz

New Mainer

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Healthcare

Kyle Cleary

Longtime Mainer

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Non-profit, Education

James Murphy

New Mainer

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Non-profit

Michelle Anderson

Longtime Mainer

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Commercial fishing, Non-profit

Monique Coombs

Longtime Mainer

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Economic Development

Johanna Johnston

New Mainer

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Education

Lydia Belden

Longtime Mainer

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PR and Marketing

Lauren Healy

New Mainer

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Aquaculture

Corinne Noufi

New Mainer

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Non-profit

Bill Benson

New Mainer

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Entrepreneurship, Brand and Web Design

Kim Schuyler

New Mainer

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Economic Development

Abby Gray

Longtime Mainer

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Local Government

Galen Weibley

New Mainer

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Academia

Gregory Leclair

Longtime Mainer

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Entrepreneurship

Joshua Brister

New Mainer

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Marketing

Monet Yarnell

Longtime Mainer

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Renewable Energy

Marie Caspard

New Mainer

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Economic Development

Sabrina Jandreau

Longtime Mainer

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Healthcare

Laura Bennett

New Mainer

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Build community

No matter where you are in your journey to live and work well in Maine, we're here to help you connect! Check out our Welcome Home events, or explore our Community page for resources to help you find your people.

Connect with Mainers

Explore              Maine's regions

See more of what each part of the state has to offer, and hear from the real people who live there say about it.

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Working in Maine

Check out the many open positions on our job board! See examples.

Maine-er (n.):
More than lobster lovers and community champions. Mainers are the creative pioneers, blazing trails of innovation and warm welcomes. Embracing our coastal charm and vibrant communities, we also thrive on pushing boundaries and crafting new paths. From inventive entrepreneurs to artistic creators, Mainers inspire with their fresh ideas and open arms. So come experience the true spirit of Maine, where tradition and trailblazing meet, and be welcomed into a world of innovation and heartfelt hospitality. Join us in redefining what it means to be a Mainer!"

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