Oregon is the ninth largest state of the U.S. and covers an area of $98,380.64 square miles. According to the 2017 survey report of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the state employed 35,140 RNs and employment per 1,000 jobs for these professionals was 19.80. The average annual and per hour registered nurse salary was $88,770, and $42.68, respectively. Their median hourly wage was $38.64. The average RN salary in OR was $76,627 (as reported by indeed.com, as of August 2018). It was found to be 14% higher than the average income of RNs at the national level. If you also wish to become a registered nurse, take admission in an RN school which prepares you to offer effective care to the patients. Besides, it helps you obtain certification which would be a great achievement in your career.
Annual RN Salary in Oregon (OR) on Different Percentile Brackets
- 10% of RNs made less than $65,080; 90% made more than $65,080.
- 25% were remunerated less than $75,270; remaining 75% RNs were paid over $75,270.
- 50% earned less than $ 89,280; 50% were paid more than $89,280.
- 75% of the employees were paid less than $101,990; 25% enjoyed more than $101,990.
- 90% took home less than $118,540; 10% enjoyed salary more than $118,540.
Percentile Bracket | Annual Wages |
|---|---|
90% | $118,540 |
75% | $101,990 |
50% | $89,280 |
25% | $75,270 |
10% | $65,080 |
Information Source- The Bureau of Labor Statistics (as of May 2017)
Salary on the Basis of Geographical Location
There are many cities in this state which provide handsome salary packages to the registered nurses, whereas some other offer less than average. For instance, as per Salary.com July, 31 2018 data, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, and Portland were the best paying cities for Staff Nurse RN-II in Oregon. The average per year salaries for these healthcare professionals were $76,178 respectively. The city that paid minimum average annual salary was Bend with $70,344.
The figures provided in the below table from salary.com (October 2014) informs that during that period Eugene paid the highest wages, i.e. $73,289 median annual salary and $6,107 median monthly pay. On the other hand, Bend offered the lowest pay, i.e. $60,512 median yearly salary and $5,043 median monthly salary. The median income of RNs in the rest of the cities of the OR fluctuated from $62,440 to $71,085.
Name of the City | Median Annual Salary | Median Monthly Salary | Median Weekly Salary | Median Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Albany | $68,116 | $5,676 | $1,310 | $33 |
Beaverton | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Bend | $60,512 | $5,043 | $1,164 | $29 |
Clackamas | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Corvallis | $68,116 | $5,676 | $1,310 | $33 |
Eugene | $73,289 | $6,107 | $1,409 | $35 |
Gresham | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Hillsboro | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Lake Oswego | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Medford | $62,440 | $5,203 | $1,201 | $30 |
Oregon City | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Portland | $71,085 | $5,924 | $1,367 | $34 |
Salem | $68,116 | $5,676 | $1,310 | $33 |
Springfield | $64,266 | $5,355 | $1,236 | $31 |
Information Source- salary.com
Salary of Professionals with Related Job Positions
There are several specialisation courses which can be chosen by a registered nurse. These coursework help you attain higher positions and earn a lucrative salary. In October 2014, the highest paid professionals were Clinical Nurse Managers who earned $67,000; following them were RN First Assistants who made $63,000. Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab Nurses and Home Health Nurse were paid $60,000. The lowest paid ($55,000) workers were RN Outpatient Oncology and Psychiatric Nurses.
| Cardiovascular Operating Room Nurse | $62,000 |
| Progressive Care Nurse | $57,000 |
| Paediatric Operating Room Nurse | $59,000 |
| Renal Dialysis Nurse | $61,000 |
| RN Outpatient Oncology | $55,000 |
| Home Health Nurse | $60,000 |
| Paediatric Nurse | $57,000 |
| Clinical Nurse Manager | $67,000 |
| RN First Assistant | $63,000 |
| Interventional Radiology Nurse | $61,000 |
| Endoscopy Nurse | $56,000 |
| Postpartum Nurse | $57,000 |
| Psychiatric Nurse | $55,000 |
| Ambulatory Nurse | $58,000 |
| Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab Nurse | $60,000 |
Information Source- indeed.com (as of October 2014)
Other Benefits
Besides salary, the other perks obtained by registered nurses include:
- Paid leaves
- Experience credit
- Leave benefits
- Disability insurance
- Paid time-offs
- Health insurance
- Tuition assistance
Job Outlook
Registered nurse is one of the leading health care occupations and is continuously increasing at a fast pace. The BLS has forecasted 15% growth (438,100 new openings) for RNs between 2016 and 2026 throughout the USA. All those nurses who have a bachelor’s or higher degree are expected to get better jobs in comparison to others. Besides, the demand for specialised RNs like nurse anaesthetists is anticipated to pick up the pace in the near future.
