How much does a gas plant operator make in Oregon?
$109,800a year
Median yearly pay for gas plant operators in Oregon. That is $52.77 an hour or $9,147 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.77
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $86,210Median: $109,800Highest 10%: $125,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,210 | $41.45 | |
| 25th | $102,100 | $49.09 | |
| Median | $109,800 | $52.77 | |
| 75th | $118,600 | $57.04 | |
| 90th | $125,600 | $60.38 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $118,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for gas plant operators.
| 1. California | $130,200 |
| 2. New Jersey | $110,900 |
| 3. Oregon | $109,800 |
| 4. Connecticut | $109,100 |
| 5. Louisiana | $108,400 |
| 6. Arizona | $104,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gas plant operator make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $52.77 ($109,800 a year).
Do gas plant operators make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $109,800 against $87,820 nationally, 25% more.
Where does Oregon rank for gas plant operator pay?
Oregon ranks 3 of 43 states.
Which city in Oregon pays gas plant operators the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $118,600 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.