How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $61.74 an hour or $10,700 a month.
- Hourly
- $61.74
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 279
- Jobs in the area
- 690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $98,230 | $47.23 | |
| 25th | $106,100 | $51.00 | |
| Median | $128,400 | $61.74 | |
| 75th | $131,300 | $63.10 | |
| 90th | $136,200 | $65.48 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for diagnostic medical sonographers.
| Salem, OR | $127,700 |
| Bend, OR | $114,500 |
| Eugene, OR | $110,100 |
| Medford, OR | $103,100 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $524,400 |
| Neurologist | $337,800 |
| Physician | $333,900 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $286,200 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $269,700 |
| Dentist | $249,600 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $246,100 |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200 |
| Cardiologist | $239,200 |
| Dermatologist | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $61.74 ($128,400 a year).
Do diagnostic medical sonographers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $128,400 against $96,590 nationally, 33% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $120,200, so Portland pays 7% more.
Where does Portland rank for diagnostic medical sonographer pay?
13 of 279 metro areas with data.
How much does a diagnostic medical sonographer make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $98,230 or less a year; the top 10% make $136,200 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.