How much does a medical scientist make in Oregon?
$111,000a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Oregon. That is $53.38 an hour or $9,253 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.38
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 1,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $69,720Median: $111,000Highest 10%: $205,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $69,720 | $33.52 | |
| 25th | $83,680 | $40.23 | |
| Median | $111,000 | $53.38 | |
| 75th | $168,300 | $80.90 | |
| 90th | $205,900 | $98.98 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $117,600 |
| Portland, OR | $112,600 |
| Bend, OR | $108,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 3. Massachusetts | $128,200 |
| 4. Connecticut | $117,000 |
| 5. Arizona | $116,800 |
| 6. Oregon | $111,000 |
| 7. Maryland | $106,000 |
| 8. Washington | $105,700 |
| 9. Alaska | $104,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $53.38 ($111,000 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $111,000 against $103,400 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Oregon rank for medical scientist pay?
Oregon ranks 6 of 46 states.
Which city in Oregon pays medical scientists the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $117,600 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.