Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Oregon

Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary

$61.46/hour

The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Oregon is $61.46 per hour. This is 29% higher than the US average of $43.49.

Last updated on April 8, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Oregon compared to National Averages

$61.46/hour

Oregon

29% higher than the US average.

$43.49/hour

United States

What cities in Oregon pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?

Portland, Oregon and Gresham, Oregon pay Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, both averaging $46 per hour. Portland, Oregon also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Oregon average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $61 per hour — Portland, Oregon and Gresham, Oregon pay 25% less.

CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Portland, Oregon$46$60
Gresham, Oregon$46$60
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Oregon compare to nearby states?

California pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $73 per hour, followed by Alaska ($56) and Utah ($44). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $88. For comparison, the Oregon average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $61 per hour — California pays 18% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$73$88
Alaska$56$58
Utah$44$50
Michigan$36$43
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Oregon?

Only CoreMedical Group Perm reports pay data for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $44 per hour. For comparison, the Oregon average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $61 per hour — CoreMedical Group Perm pays 28% less.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
CoreMedical Group Perm$44$44

Last updated on April 8, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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