Nursing Home Nurse Salary Guide: Oregon
Average Nursing Home Nurse Salary
$57.24/hour
The average salary for a Nursing Home Nurse in Oregon is $57.24 per hour. This is 15% higher than the US average of $48.59.
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Nursing Home Nurse salaries in Oregon compared to National Averages
$57.24/hour
Oregon
15% higher than the US average.
$48.59/hour
United States
What cities in Oregon pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
Hillsboro, Oregon and Mcminnville, Oregon pay Nursing Home Nurses the most, both averaging $46 per hour. Hillsboro, Oregon also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Oregon average for Registered Nurses is $57 per hour — Hillsboro, Oregon and Mcminnville, Oregon pay 20% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
| Mcminnville, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
How does the pay for Long Term Care Nurses in Oregon compare to nearby states?
Arizona pays Nursing Home Nurses the most, averaging $58 per hour, followed by Colorado ($46) and Michigan ($45). Arizona also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $61. For comparison, the Oregon average for Registered Nurses is $57 per hour — Arizona pays 1% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $58 | $61 |
| Colorado | $46 | $48 |
| Michigan | $45 | $48 |
Last updated on October 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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