How much does a security and fire alarm systems installer make in Portland?
Median yearly pay for security and fire alarm systems installers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $36.84 an hour or $6,386 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.84
- Vs. national median
- +28%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 203
- Jobs in the area
- 730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,530 | $23.81 | |
| 25th | $59,140 | $28.43 | |
| Median | $76,630 | $36.84 | |
| 75th | $100,200 | $48.16 | |
| 90th | $101,300 | $48.71 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for security and fire alarm systems installers.
| Salem, OR | $81,500 |
| Eugene, OR | $64,300 |
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Salaries for every job in Portland, ORFrequently asked questions
How much does a security and fire alarm systems installer make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $36.84 ($76,630 a year).
Do security and fire alarm systems installers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $76,630 against $60,070 nationally, 28% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $75,710, so Portland pays 1% more.
Where does Portland rank for security and fire alarm systems installer pay?
8 of 203 metro areas with data.
How much does a security and fire alarm systems installer make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $101,300 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.