Registered Nurse Salary in Oregon

Compare live registered nurse pay signals and active healthcare openings in Oregon.

Generated from 70 active jobs and 7 listed-pay samples in this market.

Average salary

$151,757

Hourly average

$72.96/hr

Low

$121,514

High

$172,106

Vs national

+54%

Salary distribution

Mean, median, and range in Oregon

7 pay samples
Low $121,514
Median $159,068
Mean $151,757
High $172,106
Low sample$121,514
Median$159,068
Mean$151,757
High sample$172,106

Purchasing power

Salary vs cost of living

Local salary$151,757
National benchmark$98,430
Purchasing power$154,854

Because local costs are lower, this salary can feel closer to this amount in an average-cost city.

Local average$151,757
National benchmark$98,430
Benchmark sourceBLS OEWS May 2025
Estimated local cost level98 cents per national $1
Purchasing power$154,854
Estimated rent share9 cents of each gross-pay dollar

Compare another market

Does Oregon pay stretch further?

Compare Registered Nurse pay with local cost levels included.

Here

$151,757 adjusted

Compared with

$84,571 adjusted

RN Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level

0-2 years

$124,441

$109,265$136,581

Mid Level

3-5 years

$151,757

$136,581$166,933

Experienced

6-10 years

$171,485

$154,792$188,179

Senior

10+ years

$197,284

$176,038$220,048

What Affects RN Pay in Oregon?

Shift Differentials

  • Day ShiftBase pay
  • Evening Shift+$2-4/hr
  • Night Shift+$4-8/hr
  • Weekend+$3-6/hr

Location Factors

  • Rural areas may offer higher pay due to staffing shortages.
  • Hospital systems typically pay more than private clinics.
  • Travel RN positions offer premium rates.
  • Cost-of-living adjustments can improve purchasing power.

RN Benefits & Top Employers in Oregon

Common Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits vary by employer
  • Shift differential opportunities may be available
  • Sign-on and relocation incentives vary by facility
  • Continuing education or certification support may be available

Market summary

Registered Nurse pay in Oregon is estimated from live JibJob openings with listed compensation. Use this guide to compare pay alongside current employer demand before applying.

This generated salary page requires at least 10 active jobs and 3 usable salary samples in the market, so low-inventory role and city combinations are not published.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Registered Nurse salary in Oregon?
The current JibJob estimate for Registered Nurse roles in Oregon is based on 7 listed-pay job samples across 70 active openings.
Are Registered Nurse jobs hiring in Oregon?
Yes. JibJob is currently tracking 70 active registered nurse openings in Oregon.

Data Sources & Methodology

The data presented on this page is compiled from multiple authoritative sources to provide accurate and up-to-date information about healthcare careers and cost of living.

Last updated: 2026-06-16T04:15:51.507Z

Salary data represents averages and may vary based on experience, employer, and specific position. Cost of living indices are relative to the national average of 100.