▼14%
$21.61
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$16.76
MEDIAN
$21.61
90%
$27.77
The average hourly pay for a Payroll Administrator is $21.61 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$17 - $28
Bonus
$506 - $4k
Profit Sharing
$322 - $5k
Total Pay
$37k - $65k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Payroll Administrators?
What Do Payroll Administrators Do?
Payroll Administrator Tasks
- Ensure organizational compliance with federal and local regulations, auditing, and non-discrimination laws.
- Prepare payroll related reports.
- Process payroll, including updating employee numbers, hours, garnishments, etc.
- Record, maintain and update payroll procedures.
- Maintain employee records for new hires, pay changes, and terminations.
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Common Health Benefits for a Payroll Administrator
Medical
71%
Dental
62%
Vision
56%
None
27%
Gender Breakdown for Payroll Administrators
Female
88.0%
Male
10.7%
Prefer to self-define
1.2%
This data is based on 326 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Payroll Administrators
What is the highest pay for Payroll Administrators?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Payroll Administrator is $27.77 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Payroll Administrators?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Payroll Administrator is $16.76 / hour
How can Payroll Administrators increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Payroll Administrator 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 Administrator that oversees more junior Payroll Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.