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Oregon Unemployment Calculator (2026)

In 2026, Oregon pays $204 to $872 per week in unemployment benefits, for up to 26 weeks. Oregon's formula is one of the simplest in the country: your weekly benefit is a flat percentage of everything you earned in your base period.

Data verified 2026-07-04Source: US DOL + state statuteEffective 2026-01-01
Weekly benefit range
$204 – $872
Duration
1–26 weeks
Formula
1.25% × annual wages
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The actual rule

How Oregon calculates it

Oregon pays 1.25% of your total base period wages per week. For example, if you earned $50,000 over your base period, your weekly benefit would be $625. If you earned $40,000, it would be $500. No quarter-by-quarter math — just your total wages times 1.25%.

For 2026, the weekly benefit can't go below $204 or above $872. The $872 cap kicks in once your base period wages pass about $69,760 (since 1.25% of that is $872). At the max, 26 weeks adds up to $22,672 in total possible benefits ($872 x 26). Your total payout is the lesser of one-third of your base period wages or 26 times your weekly benefit.

Your base period is a roughly one-year window of past wages that the state uses to set your benefit. Because Oregon uses your total wages rather than your best quarter, steady year-round earnings translate directly into a higher weekly check, up to the cap.

1.25% × annual wages, clamped to $204 – $872
Source: US DOL “Significant Provisions of State UI Laws” (Jan 2026) + state statute · verified 2026-07-04
Qualifying

Do you qualify in Oregon?

To qualify on wages, you need more than $1,000 in base period wages, and your total base period wages must be at least 1.5 times your highest quarter's wages — meaning your income can't all come from one short stretch. If you don't meet that test, Oregon has an alternative: 500 hours of work in the base period.

You also need to meet the usual non-monetary rules: you lost your job through no fault of your own (a layoff counts), you're able to work, you're available for work, and you're actively looking for a job each week you claim.

Maximum total benefit: Lesser of 1/3 BPW or 26 x WBA.

Common questions

Oregon unemployment, in plain language

How much unemployment will I get in Oregon? +
In 2026, Oregon pays between $204 and $872 per week. Your amount is 1.25% of your total base period wages — so $48,000 in wages means about $600 per week. You hit the $872 cap once your base period wages pass roughly $69,760.
How long does unemployment last in Oregon? +
Up to 26 weeks. Your total benefit is capped at the lesser of one-third of your base period wages or 26 times your weekly amount, so if your earnings were lower, your benefits may run out before 26 full weeks.
How is the weekly benefit calculated in Oregon? +
Multiply your total base period wages by 1.25%. That's the whole formula. The result is then held between the 2026 minimum of $204 and maximum of $872 per week.
Can I work part-time while on unemployment in Oregon? +
Yes. Oregon generally disregards earnings up to the greater of one-third of your weekly benefit or $163; earnings above that reduce your check. Report all work and earnings each week so your payment is figured correctly.
Do I qualify for unemployment in Oregon? +
On the wage side, you need more than $1,000 in base period wages with total wages at least 1.5 times your highest quarter — or, alternatively, 500 hours of work in the base period. You must also be out of work through no fault of your own, able to work, and actively job searching.
Is unemployment taxable in Oregon? +
Yes, unemployment benefits count as taxable income on your federal return. You can ask to have 10% withheld from each payment by filing Form W-4V, which helps you avoid a surprise bill at tax time. State tax treatment varies, so check your state's rules.
When should I apply for unemployment in Oregon? +
Apply as soon as you can after your last day of work. Waiting to file can cost you weeks of benefits, since payments are tied to when your claim starts. Check with Oregon's unemployment agency for current filing steps and what documents you'll need.
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