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Electrician Salary in Portland, OR
Electricians in Portland earn $22–$46/hr (10% above the national average). Below is the full pay breakdown with annual equivalents, certifications that move the number, and a direct path to work.
Portland, Oregon$22–$46/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$22–$46
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$45,760–$95,680
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How Portland compares
Portland, OR$22–$46/hr
National average$20–$42/hr
Portland pay 10% above the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $41,600–$87,360.
Certifications that move the number
Portland employers pay the top of the range for techs who hold these. Missing one? You can still apply — we match you to roles that fit.
- Journeyman Electrician License
- OSHA 30
- Arc Flash Safety
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