Data Scientists pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for data scientists is $62.31 an hour ($129,600 a year). About 1,700 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is 3% higher than the Oregon median ($125,990).
Pay range for data scientists in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $37.55 | $78,110 |
| 25% of workers | $47.28 | $98,340 |
| Half of workers (median) | $62.31 | $129,600 |
| 75% of workers | $80.55 | $167,540 |
| 90% of workers | $100.05 | $208,110 |
Data Scientists pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Corvallis | $140,190 | 60 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $129,600 | 1,700 |
| Salem | $124,040 | 90 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $107,130 | 90 |
| Bend | $106,790 | 80 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for data scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +34.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 24,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $102,480 |
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