Exercise Physiologist Salary in Oregon (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Exercise Physiologists in Oregon, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Oregon Median
$71,630
per year
Hourly Rate
$34.44
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+20% vs US median
US median $59,460
State Rank
#2 of 42
80 employed here

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Oregon?

Exercise Physiologists in Oregon take home a median of $71,630 annually — roughly $34.44 an hour — which runs 20% above the national median of $59,460.

Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $56,010 while the top 10% make $81,260 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $63,400 and $75,990 a year.

Exercise Physiologist salary range in Oregon

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$56,010$26.93
25th percentile (early career)$63,400$30.48
50th percentile (median)$71,630$34.44
75th percentile (experienced)$75,990$36.53
90th percentile (top earners)$81,260$39.07

How Oregon compares

Oregon ranks 2nd out of 42 states and territories for Exercise Physiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$81,310
2Oregon$71,630
3Minnesota$67,230
4Massachusetts$65,950
5New Jersey$64,680

Working as an Exercise Physiologist in Oregon

Nationally, about 9,000 people work as Exercise Physiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Oregon pay ($71,630) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Exercise Physiologist make in Oregon?
The median Exercise Physiologist salary in Oregon is $71,630 per year, or about $34.44 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $56,010 at the entry level to $81,260 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Exercise Physiologists about 20% more than the national median of $59,460. Oregon ranks 2nd out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Exercise Physiologists?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $71,630 a year. About 80 Exercise Physiologists are employed in Oregon. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oregon?
The highest-paying occupations in Oregon include Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($395,340), Physician, All Other ($347,180), Chief Executive ($341,630), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.