Payroll Clerk

Code: 43-3051.00

Also known as: Accounting Technician, Human Resources Assistant (HR Assistant), Payroll Administrator, Payroll Assistant, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Representative, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Technician

Description: Payroll Clerks are responsible for managing and recording employee payroll data as well as preparing paychecks and posting wages and deductions. They typically have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Clerks may pursue an Associate's degree or higher to stay competitive.

Payroll Clerk

Typical wages


10% $30,950
25% $37,720
Median $47,020
75% $58,000
90% $67,600
10% $14.88
25% $18.14
Median $22.61
75% $27.88
90% $32.5

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
149,800
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
143,100
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 13,700