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Urban and Regional Planners Salary in Oregon
Ranked #7 of 51 · OR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of urban and regional plannerss in Oregon earn between $68,630 and $132,290. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean urban and regional planners salary in Oregon is $100,620, about 6.2% above the U.S. average ($94,750). That works out to roughly $48/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Oregon
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salem, OR | $107,960 | $101,660 | 130 |
| Bend, OR | $105,720 | $100,600 | 70 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $103,070 | $106,820 | 620 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $102,380 | $96,400 | 80 |
| Medford, OR | $85,020 | $86,680 | 50 |
| Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $75,890 | $80,580 | 70 |
| Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $75,100 | $76,330 | 40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do urban and regional planners make in Oregon?
The median urban and regional planners salary in Oregon is $103,070 per year (mean $100,620), and about 80% earn between $68,630 and $132,290.
How much do urban and regional planners make per hour in Oregon?
Roughly $48 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $100,620 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Oregon a high-paying state for urban and regional planners?
Oregon ranks #7 of 51 states for urban and regional planners pay. Its mean salary of $100,620 is about 6.2% above the U.S. average of $94,750.
Which metro areas in Oregon pay urban and regional planners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Oregon for urban and regional planners are Salem, OR ($107,960), Bend, OR ($105,720), Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($103,070), by median annual wage.