How much does a buyer and purchasing agent make in Salem?
$80,220a year
Median yearly pay for buyer and purchasing agents in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $38.57 an hour or $6,685 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.57
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 48 of 391
- Jobs in the area
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,680Median: $80,220Highest 10%: $112,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,680 | $21.00 | |
| 25th | $60,570 | $29.12 | |
| Median | $80,220 | $38.57 | |
| 75th | $99,510 | $47.84 | |
| 90th | $112,600 | $54.13 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for buyer and purchasing agents.
| Portland, OR | $78,380 |
| Corvallis, OR | $67,900 |
| Albany, OR | $66,750 |
| Bend, OR | $65,370 |
| Eugene, OR | $64,710 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $61,000 |
| Medford, OR | $60,250 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $110,500 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $104,000 |
| Project Management Specialist | $102,700 |
| Financial Specialist | $100,400 |
| Management Analyst | $99,090 |
| Budget Analyst | $98,110 |
| Financial Examiner | $93,560 |
| Loan Officer | $93,410 |
| Claims Adjuster | $90,270 |
| Compensation | $88,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a buyer and purchasing agent make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $38.57 ($80,220 a year).
Do buyer and purchasing agents make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $80,220 against $77,710 nationally, 3% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $75,050, so Salem pays 7% more.
Where does Salem rank for buyer and purchasing agent pay?
48 of 391 metro areas with data.
How much does a buyer and purchasing agent make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $112,600 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.