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Solutions Architect Salary in Portland, Oregon

The median solutions architect salary in Portland, OR is $186,000 per year, which is 24.0% above the national median and 6.9% above the Oregon state average.

City Median
$186,000
vs State Avg
+$12,000
vs National
+$36,000
Cost of Living
118%

Solutions Architect Salary in Portland by Experience

In Portland, an entry-level solutions architect earns around $117,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $266,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 118% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$117,800
+$22,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$188,480
+$36,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$266,600
+$51,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Portland, OR

Percentile Portland
10th Percentile $111,600
25th Percentile $146,320
Median (50th) $186,000
75th Percentile $238,080
90th Percentile $279,000

Solutions Architect Salary in Other Oregon Cities

How to Become a Solutions Architect in Portland

Education

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

Key Skills

Cloud ArchitectureSystem DesignAWS/AzureMicroservicesSecurityCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, solutions architect employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Portland may vary based on local industry and population growth.