Pharmacy Technicians pay in Maine
In Maine, the median pay for pharmacy technicians is $21.83 an hour ($45,400 a year). About 2,070 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($45,750). Maine ranks 27th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacy technicians in Maine
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.82 | $37,060 |
| 25% of workers | $18.57 | $38,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.83 | $45,400 |
| 75% of workers | $23.49 | $48,870 |
| 90% of workers | $27.58 | $57,360 |
Pharmacy Technicians pay in Maine metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $46,630 | 840 |
| Bangor | $44,880 | 300 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $44,200 | 130 |
Maine unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacy technicians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 44,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Maine
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistants | $47,070 |
| Medical Assistants | $47,580 |
| Pharmacists | $140,930 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $50,810 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $73,200 |
| Phlebotomists | $45,640 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $68,690 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $46,340 |
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