How the Paid Leave Oregon weekly benefit is calculated
Paid Leave Oregon replaces part of your wages while you're on approved family, medical, or safe leave. The Oregon Employment Department recalculates the minimum and maximum weekly benefit each year from the state average weekly wage (SAWW). For benefit years beginning on or after June 28, 2026, the published minimum is $70.51/week and the maximum is $1,692.16/week. Whether you found this by searching for a Paid Leave Oregon calculator or just wanted to know how much you'll get, the math below is the same one OED uses.
How long does the benefit last?
Most claims run up to 12 weeks in a benefit year. Employees with a serious health condition related to pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition can qualify for up to 2 additional weeks (14 weeks total).
Paid Leave Oregon FAQ (2026)
How much does Paid Leave Oregon pay in 2026?
If your average weekly wage is at or below 65% of the state average, you get 100% wage replacement. Above that, you get 65% of the state average plus 50% of the amount over that mark. The result is floored at $70.51/week and capped at $1,692.16/week for benefit years beginning on or after June 28, 2026.
Who is eligible for Paid Leave Oregon?
You generally need to have earned at least $1,000 in wages during your base year from Oregon employment. See paidleave.oregon.gov for full eligibility rules.
Why do the benefit amounts change mid-year?
Oregon updates its minimum/maximum weekly benefit figures for benefit years beginning around late June each year, based on the newly published state average weekly wage. Claims already in progress keep the rate from when their benefit year began.
Is the benefit taxable?
Paid Leave Oregon benefits are generally treated as taxable income for federal purposes; confirm current guidance with the IRS or a tax professional.