How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make in Oregon?
$84,970a year
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists in Oregon. That is $40.85 an hour or $7,081 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.85
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,130Median: $84,970Highest 10%: $119,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,130 | $30.35 | |
| 25th | $73,920 | $35.54 | |
| Median | $84,970 | $40.85 | |
| 75th | $105,800 | $50.86 | |
| 90th | $119,600 | $57.49 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $85,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for anthropologist and archeologists.
| 3. Connecticut | $91,420 |
| 4. Alaska | $89,810 |
| 5. Idaho | $88,710 |
| 6. Oregon | $84,970 |
| 7. Hawaii | $84,530 |
| 8. Virginia | $80,230 |
| 9. Pennsylvania | $79,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $40.85 ($84,970 a year).
Do anthropologist and archeologists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $84,970 against $70,770 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Oregon rank for anthropologist and archeologist pay?
Oregon ranks 6 of 45 states.
Which city in Oregon pays anthropologist and archeologists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $85,160 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.