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Manager of Payroll

Average Manager of Payroll Salary

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$73,815
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$52k
MEDIAN
$74k
90%
$101k

The average salary for a Manager of Payroll is $73,815 in 2025

Base Salary
$52k - $101k
Bonus
$1k - $13k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $10k
Commission
$0 - $6k
Total Pay
$48k - $105k
Based on 4,110 salary profiles (last updated Mar 08 2023)
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4.1 out of 5
(715)
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Common Health Benefits for a Manager of Payroll

Medical
74%
Dental
66%
Vision
61%
None
25%

Gender Breakdown for Manager of Payrolls

Female
88.4%
Male
10.3%
Prefer to self-define
1.2%
This data is based on 1,965 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Manager of Payrolls

What is the highest pay for Manager of Payrolls?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Manager of Payroll is $101k / year

What is the lowest pay for Manager of Payrolls?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Manager of Payroll is $52k / year

How can Manager of Payrolls increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Manager of Payroll 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 Manager of Payroll that oversees more junior Manager of Payrolls, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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