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Curators Salary in Oregon
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Curators make in Oregon?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,790
Median Annual Salary
▲
+13.6% vs 2024
$65,700
Mean Salary
$62,790
Median Salary
$30.19
Hourly Rate
260 people work as Curators in Oregon
Curators salary by percentile in Oregon
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Curators in Oregon earn a median salary of $62,790 per year ($5,232/month).
This is 0.3% below the national average of $63,010.
Oregon ranks #21 out of 49 states for Curators pay.
Approximately 260 people work in this occupation across Oregon.
Salaries increased by 13.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Curators
Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Writing
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.57
History and Archeology
4.52
Fine Arts
3.76
Administration and Management
3.33
Sociology and Anthropology
3.3
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(44.0% of workers)
Salaries for Curators in Oregon range from $43,100 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $103,880 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,210 and $77,870.
Median $62,790
P10: $43,100P25: $46,210P75: $77,870P90: $103,880
10th
$43,100
25th
$46,210
Median
$62,790
75th
$77,870
90th
$103,880
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,100
$20.72
$3,591
25th Percentile
$46,210
$22.22
$3,850
Median (50th)
$62,790
$30.19
$5,232
75th Percentile
$77,870
$37.44
$6,489
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$103,880
$49.94
$8,656
Note: The mean (average) salary of $65,700 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Curators in Oregon is $62,790 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $65,700.
What is the salary range for a Curators in Oregon?
Salaries for Curators in Oregon range from $43,100 at the 10th percentile to $103,880 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,210 and $77,870.
What is the starting salary for a Curators in Oregon?
Entry-level Curators positions in Oregon typically start around $43,100 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,210 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Curators in Oregon?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 260 people are employed as Curators in Oregon.
What is the hourly rate for a Curators in Oregon?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Curators in Oregon is approximately $30.19 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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