As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Union Representative in the US is $73,862, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,420 weekly, or $6,155 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Union Representative in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Union Representative in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,812 to $87,773. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,461) and 75th percentile ($81,144), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,773 per year. This $15,683 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Administrative Support, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Union Representative often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 82 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Union Representative Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Union Representative Salary $57,812 US March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Union Representative Salary $65,461 US March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Union Representative Salary $73,862 US March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Union Representative Salary $81,144 US March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Union Representative Salary $87,773 US March 01, 2026
25% $65,461 10% $57,812 90% $87,773 75% $81,144 $73,862 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Union Representative ?

A union representative, union steward, or shop steward is an employee of an organization or company who represents and defends the interests of her/his fellow employees as a labor union member and official. Rank-and-file members of the union hold this position voluntarily (through democratic election by fellow workers or sometimes by appointment of a higher union body) while maintaining their role as an employee of the firm. As a result, the union steward becomes a significant link and conduit of information between the union leadership and rank-and-file workers. The duties of a union steward...

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