Emergency Management Directors Salary in Portland, OR-WA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA

Median annual salary $106,870 +24.1% vs national
Median hourly $51.38
10th percentile $83,710
90th percentile $153,490
Employed locally 50
National median $86,130

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $83,710
    25th
    $96,200
    50th (median)
    $106,870
    75th
    $121,190
    90th
    $153,490

    Portland economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $94,573 2023 • Census ACS
    Emergency Management Directors salary vs area income 113% Median Emergency Management Directors salary is 13% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Management Directors make per hour in Portland?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Management Directors in Portland, OR-WA is $51.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.41 or more per hour.

    Is Portland above or below average for Emergency Management Directors salaries?

    The median Emergency Management Directors salary in Portland, OR-WA is 24.1% above the national median of $86,130. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Emergency Management Directors in Portland?

    Entry-level Emergency Management Directors (10th percentile) earn around $83,710 per year in Portland, OR-WA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $96,200.