Line Cook Salary in Portland, OR

Median: $21.73/hour ($45,200/year) — $7,810 (21%) above the national median. Range: $38,850–$51,010.

Last updated: 2026-07-05 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Line Cook salary guide

The median Line Cook salary in Portland, OR is $21.73/hour ($45,200/year) ($7,810 (21%) above the national median), with a typical range of $38,850–$51,010. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$21.73/hour ($45,200/year)BLS
Range$38,850–$51,010BLS
### Key facts for Line Cook in Portland Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Line Cook Salary in Portland vs. National Average

25th Pct (Portland) $38,850
Median (Portland) $45,200
75th Pct (Portland) $51,010

National median: $37,390/yr. Portland is $7,810 (21%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area (SOC 35-2014, Line Cook).

Line Cook pay in Portland, OR — common questions

How much does a Line Cook make in Portland, OR?
The median Line Cook salary in Portland, OR is $21.73/hour ($45,200/year) ($7,810 (21%) above the national median), with a typical range of $38,850–$51,010 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Portland a strong pay market for Line Cooks?
At a $45,200 median, Portland is $7,810 (21%) above the national median. The U.S. median is $37,390. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Line Cook in Portland?
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