Salaries in Portland, OR
What 29 common jobs pay in the Portland (OR) metro area, highest to lowest median pay. Tap a job for the full range and how to tell if an offer is fair.
| Job | Median | Middle half |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $168,830 | $145,740 – $189,540 |
| Software Developer | $156,000 | $126,220 – $174,050 |
| Registered Nurse | $130,310 | $108,280 – $136,460 |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,100 | $121,800 – $128,350 |
| Financial Analyst | $117,280 | $95,850 – $154,990 |
| Project Manager | $108,340 | $83,740 – $140,990 |
| Physical Therapist | $106,250 | $93,140 – $129,260 |
| Electrician | $105,090 | $78,930 – $125,330 |
| Plumber | $101,010 | $72,440 – $128,360 |
| Accountant | $92,200 | $76,900 – $109,870 |
| Marketing Specialist | $85,350 | $62,850 – $124,900 |
| High School Teacher | $84,120 | $66,140 – $100,910 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $83,510 | $77,280 – $93,090 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $82,330 | $63,420 – $104,270 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $80,100 | $65,220 – $102,390 |
| Graphic Designer | $75,650 | $59,880 – $120,420 |
| Paralegal | $75,430 | $59,360 – $82,800 |
| Web Developer | $73,920 | $56,150 – $119,490 |
| IT Support Specialist | $65,880 | $58,160 – $81,050 |
| HVAC Technician | $65,260 | $60,170 – $81,350 |
| Truck Driver | $63,800 | $58,660 – $75,840 |
| Pharmacy Technician | $58,590 | $48,680 – $63,720 |
| Bookkeeper | $57,040 | $48,360 – $64,620 |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 | $48,750 – $61,240 |
| Administrative Assistant | $55,360 | $47,280 – $63,310 |
| Nursing Assistant (CNA) | $50,350 | $47,640 – $59,330 |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,650 | $43,400 – $58,160 |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,100 | $39,460 – $51,420 |
| Receptionist | $43,630 | $38,200 – $47,430 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Portland (OR) metro. Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.