Operating Room Nurse Salary Guide: Oregon
Average Operating Room Nurse Salary
$72.95/hour
The average salary for an Operating Room Nurse in Oregon is $72.95 per hour. This is 29% higher than the US average of $51.61.
Last updated on March 27, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Operating Room Nurse salaries in Oregon compared to National Averages
$72.95/hour
Oregon
29% higher than the US average.
$51.61/hour
United States
What cities in Oregon pay the most for Operating Room Nurses?
Hillsboro, Oregon, Portland, Oregon, and Gresham, Oregon pay Operating Room Nurses the most, all averaging $46 per hour. Hillsboro, Oregon also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Oregon average for Operating Room Nurses is $73 per hour — Hillsboro, Oregon, Portland, Oregon, and Gresham, Oregon pay 37% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
| Portland, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
| Gresham, Oregon | $46 | $60 |
How does the pay for Operating Room Nurses in Oregon compare to nearby states?
California pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $84 per hour, followed by Colorado ($57) and Michigan ($56). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $103. For comparison, the Oregon average for Operating Room Nurses is $73 per hour — California pays 15% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $84 | $103 |
| Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Michigan | $56 | $69 |
| Arizona | $51 | $61 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Operating Room Nurse jobs in Oregon?
Adventist Health pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by CoreMedical Group Perm ($44). Adventist Health also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $66. For comparison, the Oregon average for Operating Room Nurses is $73 per hour — Adventist Health pays 24% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health | $55 | $66 |
| CoreMedical Group Perm | $44 | $44 |
Last updated on March 27, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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