DOL Median (Portland, OR)
$81,931
vs National
+27%
National: $64,490BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$72,441
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$81,931
+27% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$64,490
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Urban and Regional Planners in Portland, OR earns $81,931 in nominal terms, which is 27% above the national average of $64,490. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 113.1 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $72,441 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Portland, OR
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| PORTLAND SUSTAINABILITY INSTITUTE | $83,845 | 1 |
| Kittelson & Associates, Inc. | $70,210 | 15 |
| HDR Engineering, Inc. | $68,640 | 19 |
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How much does a Urban and Regional Planners make in Portland, OR?
The median Urban and Regional Planners salary in Portland, OR is $81,931 based on 8 DOL filings.
Is Portland, OR a good place to work as a Urban and Regional Planners?
A Urban and Regional Planners in Portland, OR earns 27% more than the national median of $64,490, or $72,441 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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