salary$47,790 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,300per year
Jobs in the area2,140people work this job
Can a customer service representative afford Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 42.4% of the median customer service representative salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a customer service representative make in Salem, OR?
The median pay for a customer service representative in the Salem, OR area is $47,790 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $37,300 and $70,300.
Can a customer service representative afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 42.4% of the median customer service representative salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Salem, OR metro area.