How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $40.94 an hour or $7,097 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.94
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 55
- Jobs in the area
- 130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,340 | $29.49 | |
| 25th | $66,540 | $31.99 | |
| Median | $85,160 | $40.94 | |
| 75th | $114,600 | $55.09 | |
| 90th | $128,700 | $61.88 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for anthropologist and archeologists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $172,100 |
| Materials Scientist | $150,600 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $122,100 |
| Economist | $122,100 |
| Physical Scientist | $117,800 |
| School Psychologist | $114,000 |
| Atmospheric and Space Scientist | $113,600 |
| Hydrologist | $113,600 |
| Medical Scientist | $112,600 |
| Life Scientist | $109,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $40.94 ($85,160 a year).
Do anthropologist and archeologists make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $85,160 against $70,770 nationally, 20% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $84,970, so Portland pays 0% more.
Where does Portland rank for anthropologist and archeologist pay?
5 of 55 metro areas with data.
How much does an anthropologist and archeologist make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $128,700 or more.
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.