IT Support Specialist salary in Portland, OR
Median pay, Portland (OR) metro
$65,880/year
about $31.67 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $58,160 – $81,050
Half of it support specialists in the Portland (OR) metro area earn more than $65,880 a year and half earn less. That's 6% higher than the national median of $61,860, and ranks #11 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $50,220 | $24.14 |
| 25th | $58,160 | $27.96 |
| Median (50th) | $65,880 | $31.67 |
| 75th | $81,050 | $38.97 |
| 90th (top earners) | $96,030 | $46.17 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a it support specialist job in the Portland (OR) metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $58,160 ($27.96/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $58,160 to $81,050 ($27.96 to $38.97/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $81,050 ($38.97/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Help desk roles are often tiered (Tier 1, 2, 3). Higher tiers pay more, so check which one this is.
- Certifications like CompTIA A+ or Network+ can help you start higher and move up faster.
- Ask about shifts and on-call duty, since support often covers evenings and weekends.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Portland (OR) metro. Occupation: Computer User Support Specialists (SOC 15-1232). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.