How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make in Salem?
$71,190a year
Median yearly pay for tree trimmer and pruners in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $34.23 an hour or $5,933 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.23
- Vs. national median
- +40%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 144
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,490Median: $71,190Highest 10%: $97,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,490 | $23.31 | |
| 25th | $61,500 | $29.57 | |
| Median | $71,190 | $34.23 | |
| 75th | $78,270 | $37.63 | |
| 90th | $97,130 | $46.70 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for tree trimmer and pruners.
| Portland, OR | $75,570 |
| Eugene, OR | $68,290 |
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Salaries for every job in Salem, ORFrequently asked questions
How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $34.23 ($71,190 a year).
Do tree trimmer and pruners make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $71,190 against $50,960 nationally, 40% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $75,440, so Salem pays 6% less.
Where does Salem rank for tree trimmer and pruner pay?
8 of 144 metro areas with data.
How much does a tree trimmer and pruner make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $97,130 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.