Oregon Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Oregon. Prices in Oregon were 3.4% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 103.4).
Metro Areas in Oregon
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 105.4 | +5.4% |
| Oregon (statewide) | 103.4 | +3.4% |
Top Paying Occupations in Oregon
| Occupation | OR Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $142,720 | $135,980 | +$6,740 | Portland, OR |
| Lawyer | $138,210 | $159,670 | -$21,460 | Portland, OR |
| Registered Nurse | $129,010 | $97,550 | +$31,460 | Portland, OR |
| Financial Analyst | $120,590 | $102,740 | +$17,850 | Portland, OR |
| Electrician | $101,310 | $63,190 | +$38,120 | Portland, OR |
Salary by City — Oregon
4Wages and Prices in Oregon
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Oregon: Portland. BEA's regional price parity for it is 105.4 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 103.4.
Of the occupations featured here, Software Developer has the highest statewide median at $142,720; in Portland, OR, the one metro area covered here, its median is $156,000.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Oregon.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Oregon
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $347,180 | $381,480 | 4,130 |
| Pharmacist | $165,960 | $182,040 | 3,250 |
| Marketing Manager | $161,560 | $215,250 | 4,960 |
| Sales Manager | $155,810 | $212,110 | 5,260 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $155,680 | $168,700 | 2,820 |
| Software Developer | $142,720 | $170,600 | 21,830 |
| HR Manager | $140,570 | $174,020 | 2,810 |
| Lawyer | $138,210 | $195,620 | 7,150 |
| Network Engineer | $135,660 | $161,020 | 1,540 |
| Construction Manager | $131,420 | $165,350 | 4,300 |
| Actuary | $130,380 | $170,760 | 210 |
| Registered Nurse | $129,010 | $134,420 | 39,730 |
| Data Scientist | $125,990 | $163,710 | 2,140 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $125,990 | $163,710 | 2,140 |
| Financial Advisor | $122,830 | $161,810 | 3,070 |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,080 | $126,460 | 3,600 |
| Financial Analyst | $120,590 | $148,880 | 2,820 |
| Occupational Therapist | $112,310 | $127,540 | 1,170 |
| Project Manager | $105,480 | $134,270 | 19,380 |
| Civil Engineer | $105,250 | $135,870 | 4,890 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $103,520 | $135,330 | 2,860 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,510 | $126,520 | 3,210 |
| Operations Manager | $103,490 | $160,590 | 36,190 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $103,470 | $130,230 | 2,920 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $102,290 | $111,810 | 2,700 |
| UX Designer | $102,220 | $140,370 | 1,230 |
| DevOps Engineer | $102,000 | $121,620 | 4,880 |
| Business Analyst | $101,840 | $118,380 | 10,840 |
| Electrician | $101,310 | $121,680 | 10,590 |
| Database Administrator | $100,260 | $123,070 | 1,060 |
| Cloud Architect | $97,350 | $130,270 | 2,450 |
| Plumber | $97,050 | $126,400 | 5,370 |
| Accountant | $85,800 | $104,150 | 14,920 |
| Tax Manager | $85,800 | $104,150 | 14,920 |
| Technical Writer | $84,000 | $122,100 | 590 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $77,130 | $92,190 | 12,600 |
| Investment Banker | $76,710 | $124,950 | 2,900 |
| College Professor | $72,440 | $102,260 | 3,840 |
| School Counselor | $66,690 | $94,430 | 3,990 |
| HVAC Technician | $62,940 | $78,890 | 3,980 |
| Paralegal | $61,490 | $80,950 | 4,870 |
| Welder | $59,450 | $66,570 | 5,240 |
| Medical Assistant | $50,410 | $59,160 | 11,840 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Oregon?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Software Developer has the highest statewide median in Oregon at $142,720 per year, followed by Lawyer at $138,210. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Oregon compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Oregon at 103.4 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 3.4% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Portland, OR 105.4.