How much does a compensation make in Salem?
$88,110a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $42.36 an hour or $7,343 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.36
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 18 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,380Median: $88,110Highest 10%: $135,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,380 | $29.51 | |
| 25th | $77,010 | $37.02 | |
| Median | $88,110 | $42.36 | |
| 75th | $105,600 | $50.76 | |
| 90th | $135,300 | $65.07 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Portland, OR | $89,040 |
| Bend, OR | $79,890 |
| Eugene, OR | $74,630 |
| Medford, OR | $73,590 |
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 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $87,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $42.36 ($88,110 a year).
Do compensations make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $88,110 against $78,210 nationally, 13% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $83,320, so Salem pays 6% more.
Where does Salem rank for compensation pay?
18 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $135,300 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.