How much does a production worker make in Salem?
$42,060a year
Median yearly pay for production workers in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $20.22 an hour or $3,505 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.22
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 121 of 313
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,090Median: $42,060Highest 10%: $49,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,090 | $17.35 | |
| 25th | $36,190 | $17.40 | |
| Median | $42,060 | $20.22 | |
| 75th | $48,980 | $23.55 | |
| 90th | $49,280 | $23.69 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for production workers.
| Medford, OR | $51,460 |
| Albany, OR | $49,480 |
| Bend, OR | $48,710 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $48,480 |
| Portland, OR | $47,780 |
| Eugene, OR | $46,610 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $65,270 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $62,220 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $62,090 |
| Crushing | $59,290 |
| Machinist | $58,930 |
| Welder | $57,180 |
| Separating | $55,100 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $53,920 |
| Molder | $52,220 |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setter | $51,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a production worker make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $20.22 ($42,060 a year).
Do production workers make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $42,060 against $40,110 nationally, 5% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $47,180, so Salem pays 11% less.
Where does Salem rank for production worker pay?
121 of 313 metro areas with data.
How much does a production worker make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,090 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,280 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.