How much does a compensation make in Portland?
$89,040a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $42.81 an hour or $7,420 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.81
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 17 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,550Median: $89,040Highest 10%: $131,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,550 | $30.07 | |
| 25th | $77,010 | $37.02 | |
| Median | $89,040 | $42.81 | |
| 75th | $105,800 | $50.86 | |
| 90th | $131,800 | $63.35 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Salem, OR | $88,110 |
| Bend, OR | $79,890 |
| Eugene, OR | $74,630 |
| Medford, OR | $73,590 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Personal Financial Advisor | $122,800 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $117,300 |
| Project Management Specialist | $108,300 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $105,500 |
| Management Analyst | $103,500 |
| Financial Examiner | $99,820 |
| Budget Analyst | $96,430 |
| Loan Officer | $96,100 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $93,590 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $92,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $42.81 ($89,040 a year).
Do compensations make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $89,040 against $78,210 nationally, 14% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $83,320, so Portland pays 7% more.
Where does Portland rank for compensation pay?
17 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,550 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,800 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.