How much does an economist make in Oregon?
$122,100a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Oregon. That is $58.71 an hour or $10,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $58.71
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $81,620Median: $122,100Highest 10%: $147,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $81,620 | $39.24 | |
| 25th | $98,170 | $47.20 | |
| Median | $122,100 | $58.71 | |
| 75th | $128,100 | $61.58 | |
| 90th | $147,600 | $70.96 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $124,200 |
| Portland, OR | $122,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 9. Idaho | $131,300 |
| 10. Alabama | $130,000 |
| 11. Georgia | $122,600 |
| 12. Oregon | $122,100 |
| 13. Texas | $121,400 |
| 14. Colorado | $121,400 |
| 15. Ohio | $120,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $58.71 ($122,100 a year).
Do economists make more in Oregon than the national average?
No: $122,100 against $124,700 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Oregon rank for economist pay?
Oregon ranks 12 of 40 states.
Which city in Oregon pays economists the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $124,200 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.