How much does a residential advisor make in Portland?
$47,160a year
Median yearly pay for residential advisors in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $22.67 an hour or $3,930 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.67
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 279
- Jobs in the area
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,280Median: $47,160Highest 10%: $62,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,280 | $16.48 | |
| 25th | $43,070 | $20.71 | |
| Median | $47,160 | $22.67 | |
| 75th | $54,420 | $26.16 | |
| 90th | $62,460 | $30.03 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for residential advisors.
| Medford, OR | $49,050 |
| Eugene, OR | $48,120 |
| Salem, OR | $47,680 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Animal Trainer | $66,040 |
| Barber | $64,310 |
| Hairdresser | $59,610 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $59,570 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $59,350 |
| Skincare Specialist | $57,930 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $50,030 |
| Mortician | $49,930 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $47,280 |
| Recreation Worker | $42,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a residential advisor make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $22.67 ($47,160 a year).
Do residential advisors make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $47,160 against $42,240 nationally, 12% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $47,160, so Portland pays 0% more.
Where does Portland rank for residential advisor pay?
49 of 279 metro areas with data.
How much does a residential advisor make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,280 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,460 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.