What pharmacy technicians 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 | $46,630 | $22.42 | 840 |
| Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area | $45,240 | $21.75 | 510 |
| Bangor, ME | $44,880 | $21.58 | 300 |
| Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area | $40,280 | $19.37 | 270 |
| Lewiston-Auburn, ME | $44,200 | $21.25 | 130 |
Pharmacy Technicians in Maine earned a median of $45,400 a year ($21.83 an hour) in May 2025, about the same as the national median of $45,750. The middle half earned $38,620 to $48,870.
Among areas in Maine, pay was highest in Portland-South Portland, ME at $46,630.
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.