How much does a computer and information research scientist make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $99.14 an hour or $17,190 a month.
- Hourly
- $99.14
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 70
- Jobs in the area
- 660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $131,000 | $62.99 | |
| 25th | $169,400 | $81.45 | |
| Median | $206,200 | $99.14 | |
| 75th | $309,300 | $148.72 | |
| 90th | $351,700 | $169.08 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for computer and information research scientists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Software Developer | $156,000 |
| Database Architect | $143,400 |
| Computer Network Architect | $137,200 |
| Data Scientist | $129,600 |
| Actuary | $129,100 |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,400 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designer | $120,600 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analyst and Tester | $109,800 |
| Computer Occupation | $104,000 |
| Database Administrator | $103,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a computer and information research scientist make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $99.14 ($206,200 a year).
Do computer and information research scientists make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $206,200 against $140,300 nationally, 47% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $206,200, so Portland pays 0% more.
Where does Portland rank for computer and information research scientist pay?
3 of 70 metro areas with data.
How much does a computer and information research scientist make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $131,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $351,700 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.