Receptionists and Information Clerks pay in Salem
In Salem (OR), the median pay for receptionists and information clerks is $18.52 an hour ($38,510 a year). About 1,290 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($38,010). It is 6% lower than the Oregon median ($40,900).
Pay range for receptionists and information clerks in Salem (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.10 | $31,410 |
| 25% of workers | $17.31 | $36,010 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.52 | $38,510 |
| 75% of workers | $21.55 | $44,820 |
| 90% of workers | $23.23 | $48,310 |
Receptionists and Information Clerks pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $43,630 | 8,340 |
| Bend | $42,840 | 890 |
| Medford | $40,630 | 910 |
| Grants Pass | $39,460 | 200 |
| Albany | $39,300 | 280 |
| Salem (this page) | $38,510 | 1,290 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $37,510 | 1,250 |
| Corvallis | $37,360 | 280 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for receptionists and information clerks
- 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: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -1.7% over ten years, little or no change · about 105,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Salem (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | $55,660 |
| Office Clerks, General | $50,650 |
| Customer Service Representatives | $47,790 |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | $48,920 |
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