As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Union Representative in Salem, OR is $74,677, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,436 weekly, or $6,223 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Union Representative in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Union Representative in Salem, OR vary widely, spanning from $58,611 to $89,265. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,267) and 75th percentile ($82,313), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,265 per year. This $16,046 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, Salem Union Representative often earn 0.6% higher than national averages. However, Salem currently ranks 307 statewide for Union Representative job salary. 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 $58,611 Salem, OR November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Union Representative Salary $66,267 Salem, OR November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Union Representative Salary $74,677 Salem, OR November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Union Representative Salary $82,313 Salem, OR November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Union Representative Salary $89,265 Salem, OR November 01, 2026
25% $66,267 10% $58,611 90% $89,265 75% $82,313 $74,677 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Union Representative in Salem, OR. The base salary for Union Representative ranges from $66,267 to $82,313 with the average base salary of $74,677. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $78,999 to $110,780 with the average total cash compensation of $93,209.

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About Salem, Oregon    Salem /ˈseɪləm/ is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley....More

Salem, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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