salary$40,360 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Salem, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,580per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,940per year
Jobs in the area2,250people work this job
Can a warehouse worker afford Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,690 a month takes 50.2% of the median warehouse worker 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 warehouse worker make in Salem, OR?
The median pay for a warehouse worker in the Salem, OR area is $40,360 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $31,580 and $56,940.
Can a warehouse worker afford to live in Salem?
Typical rent of $1,690 a month takes 50.2% of the median warehouse worker 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.