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Pharmacy Technician Salary in Maine (2026)

Average wages for pharmacy technicians in Maine, based on BLS data. Maine pays 4% below the national average.

$19.69
Average hourly wage
-$0.92 vs. national avg
$40,950
Average annual salary
Based on full-time hours
#30
out of all states + D.C.
$35,220–$52,500
Typical pay range in Maine

Pharmacy Tech Pay in Maine — Questions Answered

How much do pharmacy technicians make in Maine?

The average pharmacy technician salary in Maine is $19.69 per hour, or $40,950 per year based on full-time employment. This is 4% below the national average of $20.61/hr ($42,875/yr).

What is the highest-paying pharmacy technician work setting in Maine?

Hospital pharmacies and specialty/compounding pharmacies typically pay more than retail chain pharmacies. Adding a sterile compounding certification also increases earning potential in most settings.

Does PTCB certification increase pay in Maine?

Generally yes — PTCB-certified (CPhT) pharmacy technicians typically qualify for expanded duties and higher-paying settings that uncertified technicians can't access, since certification signals verified competency to employers. Many employers list CPhT certification as required or preferred for their better-paying roles.

How can I earn more as a pharmacy technician in Maine?

Pharmacy technicians in Maine can increase pay by: (1) moving from retail to a hospital or specialty pharmacy setting, (2) adding a sterile/non-sterile compounding certification, or (3) advancing into a lead technician or pharmacy operations role.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). SOC Code 29-2052 (Pharmacy Technicians).

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