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How much does Payroll Processor make?
Total pay range
$49K - $73K/yr
$60K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$43K - $61K/yrBase pay
$7K - $12K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025218 Salaries submitted
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Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Human Resources?
Human resources (HR) jobs are an essential part of many businesses and tend to grow at a similar rate as the overall labor market. As the labor market strengthens and businesses increase hiring, more recruiters and HR specialists are needed. Many HR jobs lend themselves well to remote work, which will become more common in the coming years. Smaller companies are expected to continue to shift many HR functions to agencies, rather than rely on in-house specialists, providing opportunities for employees to diversify their work. Data and technology will play an increasingly important role in HR, so digital and quantitative skills can help candidates stand out.
Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Payroll Processor in United States are Restaurants & Food Service with a median total pay of $54,987, Financial Services with a median total pay of $50,644 and Information Technology with a median total pay of $48,192.
Restaurants & Food Service
The top paying company in Restaurants & Food Service for Payroll Processor is Landry's.
Frequently asked questions about Payroll Processor salaries
The average salary for Payroll Processor is $59,691 per year or $29 per hour, with top earners making up to $87,106 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $49,310 (25th percentile) to $72,966 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 218 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Payroll Processor employees.
The highest salary for Payroll Processor is $72,966 per year, $6,080 per month or $35 per hour.
The lowest salary for Payroll Processor is $49,310 per year, $4,109 per month or $24 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Payroll Processor ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $52,560 per year (estimate) and goes up to $81,672 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.