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Biomedical Engineer Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median biomedical engineer salary in Portland, OR is $118,861 per year, which is 18.0% above the national median and 7.3% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$118,861
vs State Avg
+$8,058
vs National
+$18,131
Cost of Living
118%

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level biomedical engineer earns around $76,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $174,640 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$76,700
+$11,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$120,360
+$18,360 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$174,640
+$26,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $73,160
25th Percentile $93,220
Median (50th) $118,861
75th Percentile $148,680
90th Percentile $184,080

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Biomedical Engineer in Portland

Education

Most biomedical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Portland and the surrounding Oregon area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Medical DevicesCAD/CAMFDA RegulationsBiomechanicsMATLABClinical Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, biomedical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Portland may vary based on local industry and population growth.