Oregon Unemployment Calculator
Estimate your Oregon weekly unemployment benefit. Oregon's maximum is $872/week for up to 26 weeks. Results are estimates — Oregon Employment Department makes the official determination.
Estimate My Weekly Benefit
This is an estimate only. Your actual benefit depends on your specific base period wages, employer records, and Oregon Employment Department's determination. File your claim to get the official amount.
File your Oregon claim at Frances Online →Oregon unemployment benefits: what you need to know
Oregon has no waiting week and one of the highest maximum weekly benefits on the West Coast. The Frances Online portal replaced the legacy system in 2022. Oregon also has a Paid Leave Oregon program separate from UI; claimants should not confuse the two programs. Tech layoffs in Portland and the Willamette Valley have increased claim volume in recent years.
Oregon pays a maximum of $872/week and a minimum of $204/week. Your amount is set by your base-period earnings, capped at the state maximum.
Up to 26 weeks under standard conditions. At the maximum rate, that is about $22,672 total.
Oregon has no unpaid waiting week. Eligible payments can begin from your first certified week.
3 contacts per week must be documented to stay eligible. Keep a dated log.
Oregon Unemployment FAQ
How much unemployment can I get in Oregon?
In Oregon, the maximum weekly benefit is $872 and the minimum is $204. Your actual weekly benefit amount is based on your earnings during your base period (typically the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters). Use the estimator above to get an approximate figure, then confirm the exact amount with Oregon Employment Department after you file.
How long do unemployment benefits last in Oregon?
Oregon provides up to 26 weeks of regular unemployment benefits under standard conditions. Duration in this state can vary with the statewide unemployment rate — verify the current maximum when you file. If you exhaust regular benefits, ask Oregon Employment Department whether any extended programs are currently active.
Is there a waiting week for unemployment in Oregon?
No. Oregon does not impose an unpaid waiting week — eligible payments can begin from your first certified week. File as soon as possible after your last day of work.
How many job search contacts are required each week in Oregon?
Oregon requires 3 work search contacts per week to remain eligible while collecting benefits. Keep a dated log of each activity (employer name, date, method of contact) in case Oregon Employment Department audits your claim.
How do I file an unemployment claim in Oregon?
File with Oregon Employment Department online at https://unemployment.oregon.gov/ or by phone at 877-345-3484. Have your Social Security number, employer information for the last 18 months, reason for separation, and bank details for direct deposit ready. File the same week you lose your job — most states pay from the week you file, not the week your job ended.