salary$87,480 a year$42 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$124,190per year
Jobs in the area1,510people work this job
Can a accountant afford Salem?
OK. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 23.2% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Salem, OR?
The median pay for a accountant in the Salem, OR area is $87,480 a year ($42 an hour). Most earn between $62,300 and $124,190.
Can a accountant afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 23.2% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Salem, OR metro area.