Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in Portland
681 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in Portland belongs to Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric, at $524,350 per year. The lowest published median is $34,670.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products | $34,670 | 180 |
| Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other | $35,000 | 760 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $35,150 | 690 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $35,620 | 34,840 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $35,970 | 1,840 |
| Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse | $36,000 | 1,870 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $36,200 | 590 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $36,350 | 1,090 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $36,420 | 2,870 |
| Cashiers | $36,560 | 20,150 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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