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Payroll & Benefits Clerk

Average Early-Career Payroll & Benefits Clerk Salary in Canada

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C$40,133
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
25%
CA$37k
MEDIAN
CA$40k
75%
CA$45k

The average salary for a Payroll & Benefits Clerk is C$40,133 in 2025

Base Salary
C$37k - C$45k
Total Pay
C$32k - C$50k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Mar 15 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Payroll & Benefits Clerk

Medical
86%
Dental
86%
Vision
71%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Payroll & Benefits Clerks

Female
80.0%
Male
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Payroll & Benefits Clerks

What is the highest pay for Payroll & Benefits Clerks?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Payroll & Benefits Clerk is CA$NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Payroll & Benefits Clerks?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Payroll & Benefits Clerk is CA$NaN / year

How can Payroll & Benefits Clerks increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Payroll & Benefits Clerk is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Payroll & Benefits Clerk that oversees more junior Payroll & Benefits Clerks, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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