Average Cosmetologist Salary in Oregon

Personal Care · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Cosmetologist in Oregon earns $38,200 per year, which is above the national average of $37,050. This translates to approximately $18.37 per hour, $1,469 biweekly, or $3,183 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Oregon is 10% above the national average, which explains the higher salary levels needed to maintain purchasing power.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$28,600	$13.75
Average (50th)	$38,200	$18.37
Experienced (75th)	$43,900	$21.12
Top Earners (90th)	$49,700	$23.89

Cosmetologist Salary by City in Oregon

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Portland	$41,300	$3,442/mo
Salem	$39,000	$3,250/mo
Eugene	$37,400	$3,117/mo
Bend	$36,300	$3,025/mo
Hillsboro	$35,500	$2,958/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Personal Care
Typical Education	Postsecondary nondegree
Job Growth (2022-2032)	8% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	4.75%-9.9% (4 brackets)
State Minimum Wage	$14.70/hr
Cost of Living Index	1.10 (+10% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Oregon

Major employers hiring Cosmetologists in Oregon include Nike, Intel, Providence Health, OHSU, and Precision Castparts. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for personal care professionals.

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