Which Oregon minimum-wage tier applies to Bend?
Oregon BOLI places Bend in the standard wage tier, distinct from Portland metro and nonurban counties, with rates changing each July 1. Check the worksite and effective date before payroll is quoted.
Oregon order brief
Oregon Event Staffing
Published local guides: Bend, Eugene, Portland, Salem.
First decision
Published references
Oregon cities and rate rows
Role references currently span $30–$53.50/hr. Each number below links to the city row that publishes it.
- Setup & general labor, Eugene
- $30–$36/hr
- Registration staff, Eugene
- $30–$36/hr
- Load crew & logistics, Eugene
- $30–$36/hr
- Crowd control, Salem
- $30–$36/hr
- Ushers, Portland
- $30–$36/hr
Worksite evidence
Oregon questions by market
What does Oregon's independent-contractor test ask an employer to prove?
ORS 670.600 requires freedom from direction and control plus an independently established business meeting statutory factors. The contracting parties should assess the actual event assignment rather than relying on a worker's label.
How long does the 2026 Oregon State Fair crew window run?
The Oregon State Fair publishes an August 28 through September 7 schedule on its 185-acre Salem grounds, with late closing hours on some days. Build rotations and relief around all eleven operating days.