How much does a courier and messenger make in Oregon?
$45,170a year
Median yearly pay for courier and messengers in Oregon. That is $21.72 an hour or $3,764 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.72
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,110Median: $45,170Highest 10%: $58,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,110 | $16.88 | |
| 25th | $38,130 | $18.33 | |
| Median | $45,170 | $21.72 | |
| 75th | $49,500 | $23.80 | |
| 90th | $58,960 | $28.35 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $45,650 |
| Eugene, OR | $43,740 |
| Medford, OR | $43,160 |
| Salem, OR | $42,280 |
| Corvallis, OR | $37,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courier and messengers.
| 2. Washington | $46,500 |
| 3. Vermont | $45,600 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $45,210 |
| 5. Oregon | $45,170 |
| 6. Colorado | $45,140 |
| 7. California | $44,970 |
| 8. Minnesota | $44,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a courier and messenger make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $21.72 ($45,170 a year).
Do courier and messengers make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $45,170 against $39,200 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Oregon rank for courier and messenger pay?
Oregon ranks 5 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays courier and messengers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $45,650 a year.
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.