Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for laundry and dry-cleaning workers is $18.89 an hour ($39,290 a year). About 1,050 people work in this job there.
That is 13% higher than the U.S. median ($34,890). It is 4% higher than the Oregon median ($37,800).
Pay range for laundry and dry-cleaning workers in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.46 | $36,320 |
| 25% of workers | $17.97 | $37,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.89 | $39,290 |
| 75% of workers | $20.94 | $43,550 |
| 90% of workers | $22.71 | $47,240 |
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $39,290 | 1,050 |
| Medford | $37,430 | 140 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $37,390 | 160 |
| Bend | $36,700 | 130 |
| Salem | $36,700 | 90 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for laundry and dry-cleaning workers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.3% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 28,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | $39,000 |
| Packers and Packagers, Hand | $37,450 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $39,220 |
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