Software Developer salary in Portland, OR
Median pay, Portland (OR) metro
$156,000/year
about $75.00 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $126,220 – $174,050
Half of software developers in the Portland (OR) metro area earn more than $156,000 a year and half earn less. That's 15% higher than the national median of $135,980, and ranks #8 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $94,040 | $45.21 |
| 25th | $126,220 | $60.68 |
| Median (50th) | $156,000 | $75.00 |
| 75th | $174,050 | $83.68 |
| 90th (top earners) | $213,540 | $102.66 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a software developer job in the Portland (OR) metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $126,220 ($60.68/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $126,220 to $174,050 ($60.68 to $83.68/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $174,050 ($83.68/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Total pay at larger companies often includes stock and bonuses, so compare total compensation, not just salary.
- A fully remote role is usually priced against national pay, while on-site roles in big tech hubs tend to pay more.
- On-call rotations are common. Ask how often and whether they come with extra pay or time off.
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: Software Developers (SOC 15-1252). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.