Oregon Per Diem Allowance

Calculate Oregon’s per diem rate based on GSA guidelines to simplify your business travels.

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From the innovative and bustling city of Portland to the state capital in Salem and the scenic beauty of the Oregon coast, business travel in Oregon is as diverse as its landscape. For any organization with employees on the road, managing travel expenses effectively is crucial. 

Per diem, a daily allowance for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses, is a key tool for this purpose. This guide offers a comprehensive look at the per diem rates applicable in Oregon, the state's important and employee-protective laws, and how you can automate the process for complete compliance and efficiency.

Oregon Per Diem Rates

Per diem rates for official travel in Oregon are set by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). These rates are mandatory for federal employees and serve as a critical benchmark for private companies, especially given Oregon's own laws on expense reimbursement. The rates vary, with Portland and certain coastal areas having higher rates.

For Fiscal Year 2025 (October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025), key rates are broken down as follows:

Major Metro Areas 

Oregon's main cities have specific Non-Standard Area (NSA) rates to reflect their local economies.

  • Portland (Multnomah County):
    • M&IE: $86 per day
    • Lodging: A flat rate of $155 per night.
    • The first and last day of travel M&IE rate is $64.50.
  • Eugene / Florence (Lane County):
    • M&IE: $80 per day
    • Lodging: Seasonal, with a peak rate of $192 per night (June-July) and rates of $132 or $162 in other months.

Tourist and High-Cost Areas 

The state's popular coastal destinations have unique, highly seasonal rates.

  • Seaside (Clatsop County):
    • M&IE: $86 per day
    • Lodging: Seasonal, with a peak summer rate of $236 per night (July-August) and a rate of $141 for the rest of the year.
  • Newport (Lincoln County):
    • M&IE: $92 per day
    • Lodging: Seasonal, with a peak summer rate of $167 per night (July-August) and a rate of $120 for the rest of the year.

Standard CONUS Rate 

For any county in Oregon not specifically listed by the GSA, the standard CONUS rate applies. For FY 2025, this rate is $178 ($110 for lodging and $68 for M&IE).

Oregon Per Diem Rate Calculator

To find the precise per diem allowance for your trip anywhere in Oregon, our calculator provides instant, accurate results based on the official GSA schedule.

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Some Important Oregon Per Diem Laws

Oregon has strong employee protection laws regarding wages and expenses that all private employers must follow.

  • Mandatory Expense Reimbursement: Oregon law requires employers to reimburse employees for all necessary job-related expenses. The law prohibits deductions from pay for costs that are for the employer's benefit if those deductions would bring the employee's wage below the state minimum wage. This is interpreted to mean that employers must cover such costs.
  • Tiered Minimum Wage: Oregon has a tiered minimum wage system that is higher than the federal standard. As of July 1, 2024, the rates are $15.95/hour (Portland metro), $14.70/hour (standard counties), and $13.70/hour(nonurban counties). These rates are adjusted annually for inflation. This provides a high floor of protection for employees.
  • Meal and Rest Breaks: Oregon has specific, mandatory rules for paid rest breaks and unpaid meal breaks, which are more stringent than in many other states and must be provided to employees.

Oregon Per Diem Laws vs Federal Law

The legal framework in Oregon is unique because both state and federal rules create strong obligations for employers.

Primary Applicability

  • Federal Law (GSA): Mandatory for all U.S. federal government employees on official business in Oregon.
  • Oregon Law: Mandatory for almost all private-sector employees, requiring employers to reimburse necessary business expenses.

Rate Setting and Usage

  • Federal Law (GSA): The GSA sets specific, non-negotiable per diem rates for various locations in Oregon that federal agencies must use.
  • Oregon Law: The state does not set its own per diem rates, but it does require reimbursement. Therefore, employers must use a method (like paying actual costs or using a per diem system) that fully covers the employee's necessary expenses. Using the GSA rates is a very common and highly defensible way to meet this legal requirement.

Legal Foundation

  • Federal Law (GSA): A comprehensive regulatory system designed to standardize and control government travel costs.
  • Oregon Law: A protective framework ensuring employees are not forced to subsidize their employer’s business operations by paying for travel out of their own pockets.

How Fyle Can Automate Per Diem and Expense Tracking

Given Oregon's mandatory reimbursement laws and varied travel costs, an automated expense management system is a critical compliance tool for any business. Fyle’s platform ensures your company meets its legal obligations while simplifying the process for everyone.

Fyle helps you master Oregon per diem and expense tracking:

  • Ensure Full Compliance: With Oregon law requiring reimbursement, Fyle helps you create an accountable plan. It automatically applies the correct GSA rates for any destination, from Portland to the coast, ensuring your per diem policy is fair, consistent, and meets legal standards.
  • Automated and Accurate Rate Calculation: Fyle eliminates manual errors by instantly calculating the correct per diem based on travel location and dates, including Oregon's seasonal rates for coastal areas and the 75% M&IE rule.
  • Effortless Expense Submissions: Empower your employees to report expenses in real-time. A simple photo of a receipt from Fyle’s mobile app or a forwarded email is all it takes to create an expense entry, making compliance easy for your traveling team.
  • Proactive Policy Enforcement: Build your travel policy directly into Fyle. The platform acts as your first line of defense, checking every expense against your rules before submission, preventing out-of-policy spend and reducing the burden on your finance team.
  • IRS-Compliant Mileage Tracking: For employees driving across the state, Fyle’s Google Maps-powered mileage tracker offers an easy and accurate way to log trips, ensuring compliant records for reimbursement.
  • Direct Accounting Integration: Fyle syncs seamlessly with all major accounting software, including NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero, and Sage Intacct. All approved per diem and travel data flows directly into your general ledger, saving time and ensuring financial accuracy.

With Fyle, you can confidently manage your Oregon travel expense process, ensuring you meet your legal obligations while providing a modern, hassle-free experience for your employees.

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The content on this page is for informational use. As legal standards and per diem rates are subject to change, users should verify current details with official GSA or government resources. This information does not serve as financial or legal counsel.