What the numbers say
Oregon's median wage for Accountants and Auditors was $81,130 in 2024, about 4% below the national median of $84,407. That gap is relatively modest compared to what we see in some other below-median states, but it narrows further once you account for cost of living. Oregon's overall price index sits at 105.3, meaning goods and services cost roughly 5% more here than the national baseline. In real purchasing terms, that $81,130 buys a little less than the nominal number suggests.
The spread across earners is wide. Entry-level accountants at the 10th percentile earned $58,950, while those at the 90th percentile earned $128,710. Top earners made about 2.2 times what bottom earners made. That range reflects how much experience, licensure, and specialization move the needle in this occupation. A staff accountant two years out of school and a senior auditor at a regional firm are both counted in the same BLS category.
The average wage of $89,660 sits well above the median of $81,130. That tells us a smaller group of higher-earning practitioners pull the average up. For most Oregon accountants, the median is the more representative figure.
BLS projects employment for this occupation to grow 4.6% nationally between 2024 and 2034, which falls into the average outlook category. Oregon had about 15,370 Accountants and Auditors employed in 2024, a sizable base relative to the state's overall workforce size.
Salary distribution
Where Oregon accountants and auditors fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $67,800 and $100,740, with a median of $81,130.
Accountants and Auditors in Oregon: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 32 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $89,700. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 9 | $66,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 11 | $85,000 |
| Level III — experienced | 5 | $112,570 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 6 | $109,750 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Accountants and Auditors in Oregon. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deloitte & Touche LLP | Audit & Assurance In-Charge | 6 | $88,327 |
| Deloitte Tax LLP | Tax Consultant | 5 | $66,000 |
| Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | Accountants and Auditors - KBGFJG202355-7 | 3 | $105,400 |
| Patrick Casey & Co LLP | Staff Accountant | 2 | $79,500 |
| KBF CPAs LLP | Senior Audit Associate | 2 | $78,750 |
| Brownstone International, Inc. | Controller | 1 | $90,000 |
| JPMorgan Chase & Co. | Associate Port/Fund Accounting Officer | 1 | $90,000 |
| PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP | Manager | 1 | $138,000 |
| Standish Management US, LLC | Fund Controller | 1 | $84,500 |
| Witt Consulting Inc. | Senior Client Service Provider | 1 | $54,205 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Controller at Brownstone International, Inc.$90,000PortlandWage Level IIDecided Sep 9, 2025I-200-25245-280639
- Associate Port/Fund Accounting Officer at JPMorgan Chase & Co.$90,000PortlandWage Level IIDecided Aug 25, 2025I-200-25230-248207
- Manager at PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP$138,000PortlandWage Level IIIDecided Aug 12, 2025I-200-25217-223058
- Fund Controller at Standish Management US, LLC$84,500PortlandWage Level IDecided Aug 11, 2025I-200-25217-220857
- Tax Manager at Deloitte Tax LLP$107,994PortlandWage Level IVDecided Jul 17, 2025I-200-25191-166914
- Tax Manager at Deloitte Tax LLP$111,500BeavertonWage Level IVDecided Jul 17, 2025I-200-25191-166912
- Audit and Assurance Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP$102,128PortlandWage Level IVDecided Jun 23, 2025I-200-25164-088387
- Audit & Assurance Manager at Deloitte & Touche LLP$164,500Oregon CityWage Level IVDecided Jun 23, 2025I-200-25164-088382
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Accountants and Auditors pay by experience level in Oregon
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Accountants and Auditors specialties in Oregon
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 15 certified offers. The most common variant is Staff Accountant at a median of $74,526.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Accountant | Patrick Casey & Co LLP | 5 | $74,526 |
| Audit & Assurance In-Charge | Deloitte & Touche LLP | 4 | $74,526 |
| Tax Consultant | Deloitte Tax LLP | 3 | $60,715 |
| Accountants and Auditors - KBGFJG202355-7 | Ernst & Young U.S. LLP | 3 | $105,400 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Accountants and Auditors in Oregon, by industry
Median offered wage across 32 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $89,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Deloitte & Touche LLP | 25 | $89,000 |
| Government and public sector | County of Jefferson | 3 | $90,660 |
| Transportation and logistics | Brownstone International, Inc. | 2 | $89,700 |
| Manufacturing | NIKE, Inc. | 1 | $130,058 |
| Real estate | BDG Property LLC | 1 | $74,526 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Oregon over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.7 / 5
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Deductive Reasoning
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 3.9 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Prepare detailed reports on audit findings.
- 02
Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities.
- 03
Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
- 04
Supervise auditing of establishments, and determine scope of investigation required.
- 05
Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions.
- 06
Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
- 07
Confer with company officials about financial and regulatory matters.
- 08
Inspect cash on hand, notes receivable and payable, negotiable securities, and canceled checks to confirm records are accurate.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+4.6%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Accountants and Auditors in Oregon?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Accountants and Auditors in Oregon is $81,130.
- How does Oregon compare to the national median for Accountants and Auditors?
- The Oregon median is -3.9% versus the BLS national figure of $84,407.
- What is the salary range for Accountants and Auditors in Oregon?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $58,950 and the 90th-percentile at $128,710, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Accountants and Auditors a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 4.6% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Accountants and Auditors?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.