Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers Salary in Oregon
In Oregon, helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers earn $41,300 at the median — $19.86 an hour. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $52K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Oregon. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $41K get you in Oregon?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Oregon
Entry-level helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $41K. Top earners bring in $52K or more, a $19K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers salary by metro in Oregon
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bend | $44K | +7% | 110 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $42K | +2% | 780 |
| Salem | $42K | +1% | 160 |
| Albany | $41K | -2% | 50 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $39K | -4% | 140 |
| Medford | $39K | -6% | 80 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers make in Oregon?
The median is $41,300 a year, that works out to about $20 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,760, and experienced helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers can clear $52,200. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $41K enough to live in Oregon?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,678/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,555/month, which eats 58.1% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary go in Oregon?
Oregon has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary is worth about $40,316 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.