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ESL Teacher Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median esl teacher salary in Portland, OR is $66,080 per year, which is 18.0% above the national median and 7.3% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$66,080
vs State Avg
+$4,480
vs National
+$10,080
Cost of Living
118%

ESL Teacher Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $44,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$44,840
+$6,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$67,260
+$10,260 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$99,120
+$15,120 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $42,480
25th Percentile $51,920
Median (50th) $66,080
75th Percentile $84,960
90th Percentile $103,840

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Oregon Cities

Hillsboro, OR
$62,720
Pop. 106,447
Gresham, OR
$60,480
Pop. 113,103
Eugene, OR
$58,800
Pop. 176,654
Salem, OR
$57,120
Pop. 175,535

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Portland

Education

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

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher 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.