Paramedic Salary Guide: Oregon
Average Paramedic Salary
$20.51/hour
The average salary for a Paramedic in Oregon is $20.51 per hour. This is 52% lower than the US average of $31.09.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Paramedic salaries in Oregon compared to National Averages
$20.51/hour
Oregon
52% lower than the US average.
$31.09/hour
United States
What cities in Oregon pay the most for Paramedics?
Portland, Oregon, Hillsboro, Oregon, and Gresham, Oregon pay Paramedics the most, all averaging $35 per hour. Portland, Oregon also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Oregon average for Paramedics is $21 per hour — Portland, Oregon, Hillsboro, Oregon, and Gresham, Oregon pay 73% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Portland, Oregon | $35 | $100 |
| Hillsboro, Oregon | $35 | $100 |
| Gresham, Oregon | $35 | $100 |
How does the pay for Paramedics in Oregon compare to nearby states?
California pays Paramedics the most, averaging $21 per hour, followed by Arizona ($18) and Montana ($15). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $34. For comparison, the Oregon average for Paramedics is $21 per hour — California pays 2% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $21 | $34 |
| Arizona | $18 | $28 |
| Montana | $15 | $23 |
Last updated on November 8, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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