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Plumber Salary in Portland, OR
Plumbers in Portland earn $20–$43/hr (7% 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$20–$43/hrFull-time / Contract
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Hourly range
$20–$43
per hour, W2 or 1099
Annual equivalent
$41,600–$89,440
assuming 2,080 hours/year
How Portland compares
Portland, OR$20–$43/hr
National average$19–$40/hr
Portland pay 7% above the national average. National ranges reflect entry to journeyman-level work; annual equivalents at $39,520–$83,200.
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 Plumber License
- Backflow Prevention Certification
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