How much does a tool grinder make in Portland?
$60,760a year
Median yearly pay for tool grinders in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $29.21 an hour or $5,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.21
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 21
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,820Median: $60,760Highest 10%: $92,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,820 | $22.03 | |
| 25th | $46,730 | $22.47 | |
| Median | $60,760 | $29.21 | |
| 75th | $71,340 | $34.30 | |
| 90th | $92,420 | $44.43 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for tool grinders.
| Eugene, OR | $75,630 |
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Salaries for every job in Portland, ORFrequently asked questions
How much does a tool grinder make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $29.21 ($60,760 a year).
Do tool grinders make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $60,760 against $50,060 nationally, 21% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $60,760, so Portland pays 0% more.
Where does Portland rank for tool grinder pay?
9 of 21 metro areas with data.
How much does a tool grinder make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,820 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,420 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.