Nail tech schools in Oregon
We found 14 schools offering nail technician training in Oregon, with campuses in Salem, Medford, Portland, and Klamath Falls and more. Nail technicians in Oregon earn a median $46,080 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 14
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in OR
- $46,080
- Cities with schools
- 9
Nail tech schools by city
- Portland (5 within 30 mi)
- Salem (3 within 30 mi)
- Medford (3 within 30 mi)
- Albany (3 within 30 mi)
- Grants Pass (3 within 30 mi)
- Keizer (3 within 30 mi)
- McMinnville (5 within 30 mi)
- Wilsonville (7 within 30 mi)
- Forest Grove (5 within 30 mi)
What nail technicians earn in Oregon
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Nail technician salary in OregonHow to become a nail technician
- Median pay
- $46,080
- $22.16 an hour
- Typical range
- $35,230–$77,420
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OR
- 2,210
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +9.2%
- 21,900 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many nail technician schools are in Oregon?
We list 14 schools in Oregon with nail technician programs: 1 public college and 13 private career schools. Campuses are in Salem, Medford, Portland, Klamath Falls, and Beaverton.
Are there community college nail technician programs in Oregon?
Yes. 1 public college in Oregon offer nail technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does nail technician school cost in Oregon?
Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,050 to $29,529. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do nail technicians make in Oregon?
The median pay for nail technicians in Oregon is $46,080 a year, and most earn between $35,230 and $77,420, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nail technician school in Oregon?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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Nail tech schools in other states
- Florida (57)
- California (54)
- Texas (47)
- Puerto Rico (24)
- Ohio (23)
- Michigan (20)
- Pennsylvania (19)
- Utah (14)
- Georgia (13)
- North Carolina (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Oklahoma (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Idaho (11)
- Indiana (11)
- New York (11)