Court Reporter Salary in Oregon: $72,794 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Oregon's 36 metropolitan areas, the average median court reporter pay sits at $72,794/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 27-3092. Because Oregon sits at BEA RPP 102.6 (3% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $70,949 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Portland ($75,410), Hillsboro ($72,206), Gresham ($71,522).
In Oregon, the average median salary for court reporters in 2026 is projected at $72,794. This figure falls slightly below the national median of $74,788, marking a difference of 2.7%. Within the state, salaries vary significantly by city; for instance, Portland leads with an average of $77,876, while Milwaukie offers the lowest average at $66,343. This roughly $11,533 gap is influenced by factors such as the cost of living, demand for services, and the availability of job opportunities in metro versus rural areas. Oregon requires court reporters to hold specific licensure, and state laws define their scope of practice. The legal industry in Oregon is growing, contributing to a projected annual growth rate of 3.27% for the court reporter profession. This increase is driven by the constant need for accurate records in court settings and other legal proceedings. Currently, there are 459 court reporters employed in the state, with other notable cities including Hillsboro at $74,567, Gresham at $73,861, Salem at $73,290, and Albany at $72,845. The job market appears stable, and as legal needs evolve, opportunities for court reporters are likely to expand in Oregon.
Oregon Court Reporter Salary Range
Overall salary range in Oregon: $39,439 (lowest entry-level) to $120,708 (highest top earner)
Oregon vs National Average
Oregon court reporters earn 2.67% less than the national median ($-1,994/year difference).
Oregon Court Reporter Salary Distribution (2026)
Court Reporter salaries in Oregon range from $43,058 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $112,831 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $72,794. The Oregon median is $1,994 below the US national median of $74,788. The average hourly rate is $35.00/hr. Approximately 459 court reporters are employed across 36 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$58,527
2025 BLS Actual
$70,489
2026 Current Est.
$72,794
2019–2027 Growth
+28.4%
Salary Trajectory for Court Reporters in Oregon (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 3.27% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $58,527 | Actual |
| 2020 | $60,016 | Actual |
| 2021 | $58,770 | Actual |
| 2022 | $61,865 | Actual |
| 2023 | $62,235 | Actual |
| 2024 | $70,356 | Actual |
| 2025 | $70,489 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $72,794 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $75,174 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Oregon metropolitan area, the median court reporter salary grew 20.4% from $58,527 (2019) to $70,489 (2025). At a 3.27% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $75,174 by 2027 — a total increase of $16,647 (28.44%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Oregon metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 3.27% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Oregon
Lowest Paying Cities in Oregon
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Milwaukie | $66,343 |
| Klamath Falls | $66,501 |
| The Dalles | $66,901 |
| Newberg | $67,624 |
| Canby | $67,998 |
Best Value Cities for Court Reporters in Oregon
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Oregon cities offer the most purchasing power for court reporters.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | $77,876 | 102.6 | $75,903 |
| Hillsboro | $74,567 | 102.6 | $72,677 |
| Gresham | $73,861 | 102.6 | $71,989 |
| Salem | $73,290 | 102.6 | $71,433 |
| Albany | $72,845 | 102.6 | $70,999 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Oregon
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $43,058 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $72,794 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $112,831 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Oregon metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 36 Cities in Oregon
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portland | $77,876 |
| 2 | Hillsboro | $74,567 |
| 3 | Gresham | $73,861 |
| 4 | Salem | $73,290 |
| 5 | Albany | $72,845 |
| 6 | Eugene | $72,625 |
| 7 | Corvallis | $71,770 |
| 8 | Beaverton | $71,758 |
| 9 | McMinnville | $71,563 |
| 10 | Oregon City | $71,479 |
| 11 | Woodburn | $71,003 |
| 12 | Bend | $70,775 |
| 13 | Lake Oswego | $70,661 |
| 14 | Springfield | $70,541 |
| 15 | Medford | $70,512 |
| 16 | Forest Grove | $70,477 |
| 17 | Tigard | $70,180 |
| 18 | Redmond | $70,158 |
| 19 | West Linn | $69,956 |
| 20 | Grants Pass | $69,704 |
| 21 | Tualatin | $69,351 |
| 22 | Pendleton | $69,345 |
| 23 | Wilsonville | $69,245 |
| 24 | Happy Valley | $68,650 |
| 25 | Hermiston | $68,460 |
| 26 | Central Point | $68,428 |
| 27 | Ashland | $68,422 |
| 28 | Keizer | $68,404 |
| 29 | Sherwood | $68,400 |
| 30 | Coos Bay | $68,286 |
| 31 | Roseburg | $68,036 |
| 32 | Canby | $67,998 |
| 33 | Newberg | $67,624 |
| 34 | The Dalles | $66,901 |
| 35 | Klamath Falls | $66,501 |
| 36 | Milwaukie | $66,343 |
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Written by Maria Gomez, RPR
Career Analyst
Maria Gomez has 10 years of experience in court reporting. She specializes in transcription for civil litigation cases. She works in various courtrooms across the state.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 3.27% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 court reporter compensation across Oregon. State averages are employment-weighted across 36 metro areas — larger metro areas with more court reporterscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 2-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.27%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for court reporters (SOC 27-3092).
Compiled and verified by Maria Gomez, RPR, a licensed court reporter with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov