Registered Nurses Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $108,490 +15.9% vs national
Median hourly $52.16
10th percentile $83,150
90th percentile $135,170
Employed locally 1,140
National median $93,600

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $83,150
    25th
    $94,390
    50th (median)
    $108,490
    75th
    $125,840
    90th
    $135,170

    Top-paying metros for Registered Nurses

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $208,940
    Vallejo, CA $192,470
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $188,020
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $178,900
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $172,390
    Modesto, CA $169,460

    Related occupations in Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $85,310
    Pharmacy Technicians $48,070
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,580
    Dental Hygienists $102,430
    Pharmacists $159,640
    Nurse Practitioners $140,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Registered Nurses make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Registered Nurses in Eastern Oregon is $52.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.53 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Registered Nurses salaries?

    The median Registered Nurses salary in Eastern Oregon is 15.9% above the national median of $93,600. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Registered Nurses in Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Registered Nurses (10th percentile) earn around $83,150 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,390.