Customer Service Representatives Salary in Salem, OR

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Salem, OR

Median annual salary $46,400 +8.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.31
10th percentile $36,520
90th percentile $62,680
Employed locally 2,240
National median $42,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,520
    25th
    $38,900
    50th (median)
    $46,400
    75th
    $51,710
    90th
    $62,680

    Salem economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $76,010 2023 • Census ACS
    Customer Service Representatives salary vs area income 61% Median Customer Service Representatives salary is 39% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Customer Service Representatives make per hour in Salem?

    The median hourly wage for Customer Service Representatives in Salem, OR is $22.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.80 or more per hour.

    Is Salem above or below average for Customer Service Representatives salaries?

    The median Customer Service Representatives salary in Salem, OR is 8.3% above the national median of $42,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Customer Service Representatives in Salem?

    Entry-level Customer Service Representatives (10th percentile) earn around $36,520 per year in Salem, OR. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,900.