Elementary School Teacher Salary in Portland, OR
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$66,110
Hourly Rate
$31.78
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,588
employed
Elementary School Teacher Salary Range in Portland, OR
Annual Salary Range
$44k
10th percentile
$56k
25th
$81k
75th
$97k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $44,258 | $21.28 |
| 25th Percentile | $55,758 | $26.81 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $66,110 | $31.78 |
| 75th Percentile | $81,272 | $39.07 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $96,562 | $46.42 |
| Average (Mean) | $72,607 | $34.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Elementary School Teacher salary in Portland, OR is $66,110 per year or $31.78 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Portland, OR Compares
vs National Average
$61,690
vs Oregon Average
$57,471
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$55,648
Cost of living in Portland, OR is 18.8% above the national average.
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