Paramedic Salary in Portland, OR
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$57,470
Hourly Rate
$27.63
/hour
Jobs in Area
228
employed
Paramedic Salary Range in Portland, OR
Annual Salary Range
$39k
10th percentile
$46k
25th
$71k
75th
$87k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $38,515 | $18.52 |
| 25th Percentile | $46,077 | $22.15 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $57,470 | $27.63 |
| 75th Percentile | $70,721 | $34.00 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $86,550 | $41.61 |
| Average (Mean) | $61,342 | $29.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paramedic salary in Portland, OR is $57,470 per year or $27.63 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Portland, OR Compares
vs National Average
$53,320
vs Oregon Average
$50,672
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$48,375
Cost of living in Portland, OR is 18.8% above the national average.
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