Paramedics pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for paramedics is $35.98 an hour ($74,840 a year). About 1,210 people work in this job there.
That is 23% higher than the U.S. median ($60,600). Oregon ranks 7th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.93 | $51,850 |
| 25% of workers | $30.33 | $63,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.98 | $74,840 |
| 75% of workers | $39.58 | $82,320 |
| 90% of workers | $46.10 | $95,900 |
Paramedics pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Salem | $77,460 | 180 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $63,940 | 60 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Oregon
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $129,010 |
| Nursing Assistants | $49,830 |
| Medical Assistants | $50,410 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,470 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $49,270 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $100,560 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $239,200 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $54,900 |
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