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Pharmacy Technician - No Weekends
CVS Health · Portland, ME
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Portland, ME
Pharmacy Technicians in the Portland area earn a median of $19.75 per hour, about $41,080 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.39 and $22.60. That ranks 159th of 386 U.S. metro areas for pharmacy technician pay, and 271st of 341 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portland.
- $19.75median pay per hour, Portland
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 970pharmacy technicians employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Pharmacy Technician pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is in line with the Maine statewide median of $19.69 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.90 per hour. BLS counts about 970 pharmacy technicians employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 3.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.08).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.63 | $36,670 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.39 | $38,250 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.75 | $41,080 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.60 | $47,010 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.88 | $53,830 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 159th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 271st of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Maine metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Pharmacy Technicians (SOC 29-2052), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.75 median hour buys what $19.39 buys at the national price level, 7% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Portland paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$711
- Per year: $35,550
- Per month: $2,962
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
Travel pharmacy technician assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Pharmacy Technician roles in Maine
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Portland as they open.
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Pharmacy Tech - CMME Pharmacy
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lewiston, ME
$21.00–$27.96/ hour
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Senior Pharmacy Technician - Thayer Center for Health
MaineGeneral Health · Waterville, ME
$22.13–$38.73/ hour
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Pharmacy Tech Per Diem - CMME Pharmacy
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lewiston, ME
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Pharmacy Tech - BHME
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Bridgton, ME
$21.00–$24.25/ hour
Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of pharmacy technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Pharmacy Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $21.82/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $22.16/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $21.82/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $21.82/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $21.82/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $21.82/hr | 120,418 |
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State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do pharmacy technicians make in Portland, ME?
Pharmacy Technicians in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $19.75 per hour, about $41,080 a year. The middle half earn between $18.39 and $22.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for pharmacy technicians once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 271st of 341 metro areas for pharmacy technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 159th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do pharmacy technicians work in Portland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, led by Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland as a pharmacy technician?
State registration or license, as the state requires. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Portland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $152 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationLEWISTON, ME · 3 postings$24.48/ hr$21–$28
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 7 postings$37.85/ hr$26–$49
- MultiCareAuburn, WA · 20 postings$36.66/ hr$25–$52
- CommonSpirit HealthSANTA MARIA, CA · 6 postings$35.76/ hr$26–$45
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2What they are offering now
Low$21Median$24.48High$36
4 Pharm Tech postings with published pay in Maine, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Pharm Tech roles
- Pharmacy Tech - CMME PharmacyPermanent$21.00–$27.96/ hour
- Senior Pharmacy Technician - Thayer Center for HealthPermanent$22.13–$38.73/ hour
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