Machinists pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for machinists is $30.85 an hour ($64,170 a year). About 2,090 people work in this job there.
That is 9% higher than the U.S. median ($58,750). It is about the same as the Oregon median ($63,820).
Pay range for machinists in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.51 | $48,900 |
| 25% of workers | $25.88 | $53,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.85 | $64,170 |
| 75% of workers | $36.82 | $76,590 |
| 90% of workers | $40.14 | $83,480 |
Machinists pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Albany | $71,300 | 190 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $64,170 | 2,090 |
| Bend | $62,890 | 90 |
| Medford | $60,370 | 70 |
| Salem | $58,930 | 110 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $55,440 | 230 |
| Corvallis | $51,110 | 30 |
| Grants Pass | $47,870 | 50 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for machinists
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1% over ten years, little or no change · about 26,100 openings a year (BLS)
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