Top Paying Jobs in Oregon
Oregon has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 209,560 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physicians, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executives ($341,630). The cost of living index is 102.44 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,555/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$152K
Avg. median salary
102.44
Cost of living index
$1,555
Median 2BR rent
4,260,728
Population
Highest paying careers in Oregon
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Nurse Midwives | Healthcare | $147K | $70.62/hr |
| 32 | Natural Sciences Managers | Management | $143K | $68.81/hr |
| 33 | Software Developers | Technology | $143K | $68.62/hr |
| 34 | Medical and Health Services Managers | Management | $142K | $68.12/hr |
| 35 | Human Resources Managers | Management | $141K | $67.58/hr |
| 36 | Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers | Construction & Trades | $139K | $66.64/hr |
| 37 | Database Architects | Technology | $138K | $66.46/hr |
| 38 | Lawyers | Legal | $138K | $66.45/hr |
| 39 | Power Distributors and Dispatchers | Production & Manufacturing | $137K | $66.1/hr |
| 40 | Purchasing Managers | Management | $137K | $65.96/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Oregon
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average+2.4% more expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,555/mo
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