CPA in Oregon

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for OR. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$81,130

trending_down -0.7% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Oregon.

engineering

15,370

Jobs (OR)

monitoring Strong

+4.6%

10-yr job growth

payments

$1,210

Est. total cost

schedule

Varies (typically 2-4 years post-bachelor's degree)

Time to complete

route How to become a cpa in Oregon

To become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Oregon, candidates must meet specific education, examination, and experience requirements set by the Oregon Board of Accountancy. This typically involves holding a bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours, passing the Uniform CPA Examination, and completing a state-specific ethics exam. The experience requirement varies based on the education pathway chosen, ranging from one to two years of supervised work.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $58,950

25th percentile $67,800

50th (median) $81,130

75th percentile $100,740

90th (experienced) $128,710

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Oregon. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Oregon requirements

Licensing body	Oregon Board of Accountancy
State license	Required
Education	Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours, including specific accounting and business coursework. There are multiple pathways to meet the education and experience requirements.
Exam	Uniform CPA Examination ($1,051)
Application fee	$225
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	80.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Requires passing the AICPA Professional Ethics: Comprehensive Course with a score of 90% or higher. A background check may be required. There is no minimum age requirement specified. Experience requirements vary based on education pathway: 2 years (4,000 hours) with a bachelor's degree, or 1 year (2,000 hours) with a master's degree or 150 semester hours.

Source: Oregon Board of Accountancy

work_outline Job outlook

10-year growth

+4.6%

Faster than average

Annual openings

124,200

Nationwide per year

Total employment

1,579,800

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

error High exposure 1.48/1.00

Many tasks in this career are susceptible to AI automation. Long-term career planning should account for potential disruption.

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balance Is it worth it?

Rough payback period

0 months

~$1,210 investment ÷ $81,130 median salary

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Frequently asked questions

How do I become a cpa in Oregon? expand_more

To become a cpa in Oregon, you need to complete the required education (Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours, including specific accounting and business coursework. There are multiple pathways to meet the education and experience requirements.), pass the Uniform CPA Examination, and submit your application ($225 fee).

Do I need a license to work as a cpa in Oregon? expand_more

You cannot practice as a cpa in Oregon without a state license from Oregon Board of Accountancy. The required exam is the Uniform CPA Examination.

What do cpas earn in Oregon? expand_more

Oregon cpas bring home a median salary of $81,130. That's roughly in line with the $81,680 national median. The range spans from $58,950 at the entry level to $128,710 for top earners.

What's the total cost to get cpa certified in Oregon? expand_more

Costs include exam fee ($1,051) and application fee ($225). The estimated total investment is $1,210, including education and training.

What's the timeline to become a cpa in Oregon? expand_more

Expect to spend Varies (typically 2-4 years post-bachelor's degree) from start to finish in Oregon — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.

Does Oregon require continuing education for cpas? expand_more

Oregon requires 80.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your cpa license.