How much does a Municipal Clerk make in Portland, OR?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Municipal Clerk in Portland, OR is $46,039. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $41,762 to $51,550, with most professionals earning between $37,868 and $56,568.

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What is a Municipal Clerk?

A Municipal Clerk is responsible for maintaining official records and documents for a city or town government. They oversee the preparation and distribution of meeting agendas, attend and record minutes of official meetings, and ensure that all legal requirements for public notices and records are met. Municipal Clerks also manage the election process, including voter registration and the administration of elections. They may also handle administrative tasks such as licensing, permits, and public information requests. Additionally, they may serve as the official custodian of the municipality's seal and other important documents. Overall, Municipal Clerks play a crucial role in ensuring transparency and compliance with legal requirements within local government.

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What is the average salary for Municipal Clerk in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Municipal Clerk in Portland, OR. The base salary for Municipal Clerk ranges from $41,762 to $51,550 with the average base salary of $46,039. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $42,196 to $52,740 with the average total cash compensation of $46,863.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $46,039 $41,762 - $51,550
Bonus $824 $435 - $1,190
Total Pay $46,863 $42,196 - $52,740
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Clackamas, OR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,701 - $51,475 COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Gresham, OR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,701 - $51,475 COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Lake Oswego, OR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,754 - $51,541 COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Vancouver, WA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,647 - $51,409 COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Beaverton, OR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,754 - $51,541 COMPARE TO Portland, OR
CITY, STATE Oregon City, OR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,594 - $51,343 COMPARE TO Portland, OR
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Municipal Court Clerk LOCATION Portland, OR MINIMUM SALARY $40,111 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,605
JOB TITLE Certified Municipal Clerk LOCATION Portland, OR MINIMUM SALARY $30,105 MAXIMUM SALARY $43,802
JOB TITLE Municipal Inspector LOCATION Portland, OR MINIMUM SALARY $47,290 MAXIMUM SALARY $65,590
JOB TITLE Municipal Analyst LOCATION Portland, OR MINIMUM SALARY $60,197 MAXIMUM SALARY $78,824
JOB TITLE Municipal Worker LOCATION Portland, OR MINIMUM SALARY $40,111 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,605
JOB TITLE Municipal Administrator LOCATION Portland, OR MINIMUM SALARY $37,452 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,105
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About Portland, Oregon    Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Vall....More

Portland, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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