How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $54.59 an hour or $9,463 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.59
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 54
- Jobs in the area
- 60
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,040 | $34.15 | |
| 25th | $85,240 | $40.98 | |
| Median | $113,600 | $54.59 | |
| 75th | $135,700 | $65.22 | |
| 90th | $157,400 | $75.69 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 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 |
| Hydrologist | $113,600 |
| Medical Scientist | $112,600 |
| Life Scientist | $109,600 |
| Geoscientist | $105,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $54.59 ($113,600 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $113,600 against $99,070 nationally, 15% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $112,300, so Portland pays 1% more.
Where does Portland rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
17 of 54 metro areas with data.
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $71,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $157,400 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.