Union Contract Wage Progression Visualizer
Visualize CBA wage trajectories, COLA adjustments, and real-wage purchasing power over time.
Visualize the real value of your collective bargaining agreement. Map wage trajectories and COLA adjustments against inflation to see true purchasing power over time.
CBA Wage Progression Modeler
Visualize the compounding power of collective bargaining. Compare the proposed contract's Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) against the employer's status quo over the life of the contract.
The estimated yearly raise without a new union contract (e.g., a standard 2% baseline).
The yearly raise negotiated in the new collective bargaining agreement.
Typically 1-2%. Used to calculate your true net advantage after dues are paid.
Net Additional Earnings
Total extra take-home pay per member over the 5-year contract compared to the status quo, after paying $4,267.15 in dues.
Final Hourly Rate+$2.75/hr
Hourly Rate Trajectory
- Proposed Contract
- Status Quo
Frequently Asked Questions about Union Contract Wage Progression Visualizer
What is a COLA adjustment?
A Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is a wage increase tied to inflation metrics (like the CPI) to ensure workers do not lose purchasing power.
Why visualize wage trajectories?
Members need to see the compounding effect of annual percentage increases over the life of a 3-to-5 year contract to understand its true value.
How does OrgSets simplify collective bargaining administration?
OrgSets enables secure contract voting, digital ratification signatures, and multi-tier chapter management.
Simplify collective bargaining administration.
OrgSets enables secure contract voting, digital ratification signatures, and multi-tier chapter management.