How much does a protective service worker make in Oregon?
$49,520a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Oregon. That is $23.81 an hour or $4,127 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.81
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,210Median: $49,520Highest 10%: $73,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,210 | $18.37 | |
| 25th | $42,070 | $20.23 | |
| Median | $49,520 | $23.81 | |
| 75th | $63,970 | $30.75 | |
| 90th | $73,530 | $35.35 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albany, OR | $70,180 |
| Medford, OR | $62,400 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $60,900 |
| Salem, OR | $58,100 |
| Bend, OR | $52,870 |
| Portland, OR | $45,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 18. Mississippi | $49,800 |
| 19. Michigan | $49,730 |
| 20. Utah | $49,610 |
| 21. Oregon | $49,520 |
| 22. Missouri | $49,290 |
| 23. Arizona | $49,090 |
| 24. Indiana | $47,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $23.81 ($49,520 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $49,520 against $42,540 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Oregon rank for protective service worker pay?
Oregon ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays protective service workers the most?
Albany, OR, with a median of $70,180 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.