How much does a psychology teacher make in Portland?
$81,780a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $39.32 an hour or $6,815 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.32
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 47 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,900Median: $81,780Highest 10%: $146,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,900 | $24.47 | |
| 25th | $73,670 | $35.42 | |
| Median | $81,780 | $39.32 | |
| 75th | $114,400 | $55.00 | |
| 90th | $146,700 | $70.53 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Eugene, OR | $101,700 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Atmospheric | $128,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $123,500 |
| Economics Teacher | $121,200 |
| Physics Teacher | $111,500 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $107,300 |
| Engineering Teacher | $106,200 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $105,200 |
| Sociology Teacher | $104,100 |
| Communications Teacher | $103,900 |
| Geography Teacher | $103,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $39.32 ($81,780 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $81,780 against $80,340 nationally, 2% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $80,060, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for psychology teacher pay?
47 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $146,700 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.