Oregon Median
$74,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$35.60
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+26% vs US median
US median $58,870
State Rank
#6 of 35
state estimate
How much do Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders make in Oregon?
Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders in Oregon take home a median of $74,040 annually — roughly $35.60 an hour — which runs 26% above the national median of $58,870.
Within Oregon, entry-level pay starts around $50,520 while the top 10% make $80,430 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $56,290 and $76,780 a year.
Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders salary range in Oregon
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $50,520 | $24.29 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $56,290 | $27.06 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $74,040 | $35.60 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $76,780 | $36.91 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $80,430 | $38.67 |
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How Oregon compares
Oregon ranks 6th out of 35 states and territories for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders salary in other states
Maryland $81,320South Carolina $80,700Montana $80,070Minnesota $76,620Alabama $75,450Massachusetts $71,750New Hampshire $70,030California $68,600New Jersey $64,890North Dakota $61,210Texas $61,170Louisiana $58,900Michigan $57,900Missouri $57,750Ohio $57,700Wisconsin $57,250West Virginia $54,750Utah $53,370Kentucky $53,160Iowa $51,450Colorado $51,200Georgia $51,160New York $48,220Pennsylvania $48,120New Mexico $48,010Nebraska $46,300Florida $45,540Hawaii $45,240North Carolina $44,910Indiana $44,310Idaho $41,700Virginia $41,190Oklahoma $35,360Arkansas $33,800
Working as Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders in Oregon
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Oregon pay ($74,040) 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 do Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders make in Oregon?
The median Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders salary in Oregon is $74,040 per year, or about $35.60 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,520 at the entry level to $80,430 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oregon pay compare to the national average?
Oregon pays Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders about 26% more than the national median of $58,870. Oregon ranks 6th out of 35 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oregon a good state for Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders?
Yes on pay — Oregon pays above the national median for this occupation, at $74,040 a year. 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.