What are the main factors that influence a Payroll Analyst's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Payroll Analyst's salary?

A Payroll Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Payroll Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $70,323, a Payroll Analyst (2-4 years)earns $82,289, a Payroll Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $95,204, a Payroll Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $115,539, a Payroll Team Lead (7+ years)earns $99,994,

What are the highest paying states for a Payroll Analyst?

Payroll Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Payroll Analyst roles are District of Columbia $81,996, California $81,685, Massachusetts $80,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Payroll Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Payroll Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Payroll Business Analyst: $104,311; Payroll Systems Analyst: $104,311; Payroll System Analyst: $102,849; (Payroll) Compensation Analyst: $86,111; Payroll Tax Analyst: $78,618.

Payroll Analyst Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Payroll Analyst make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Payroll Analyst in District of Columbia is $82,425 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Payroll Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,973
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,231 to $90,040
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,680

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Payroll Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,040	$7,503	$1,732	$43
Average	$82,425	$6,869	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$75,231	$6,269	$1,447	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Payroll Analyst Salaries

A Payroll Analyst's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Payroll Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Payroll Analyst's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $70,323
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,289
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,204
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,539
Expert (over 8 years): $99,994

Levels	Salary
Payroll A... Level Payroll Analyst	$70,323
Payroll A... Level Payroll Analyst	$82,289
Payroll A... Level Payroll Analyst	$95,204
Payroll A... Level Payroll Analyst	$115,539
Payroll T... Level Payroll Analyst	$99,994

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How Do Payroll Analyst Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Payroll Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,996.
California: $81,685.
Massachusetts: $80,596.

District of Columbia $81,996 California $81,685 Massachusetts $80,596 Washington $80,300 New Jersey $80,270 Alaska $80,166 Connecticut $79,144 New York $78,730

Hawaii $77,404 Rhode Island $76,782 Maryland $76,360 Minnesota $75,782 Colorado $75,560 Illinois $75,486 Oregon $75,205 Delaware $74,997

New Hampshire $74,867 Virginia $74,575 Pennsylvania $73,723 Nevada $73,294 North Dakota $73,153 Michigan $72,931 Wisconsin $72,850 Vermont $72,687

Texas $72,235 Maine $72,205 Arizona $72,161 Ohio $72,109 Georgia $71,428 Indiana $71,087 Wyoming $71,020 Utah $70,917

Iowa $70,872 Kansas $70,517 Louisiana $70,413 North Carolina $70,376 Missouri $70,361 Florida $70,072 Montana $69,917 Nebraska $69,769

Kentucky $69,687 South Carolina $69,391 Tennessee $69,206 Idaho $69,132 New Mexico $68,591 Oklahoma $68,473 Alabama $68,036 South Dakota $67,303

Arkansas $66,903 West Virginia $66,688 Mississippi $66,044

Top Paying Cities for Payroll Analysts

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $81,996
Washington: $81,996
Naval Anacost Annex: $81,996

Parcel Return Service, DC $81,996 Washington, DC $81,996 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $81,996 Washington Navy Yard, DC $81,996

Payroll Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Payroll Analyst's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$75,231

Average $82,425/year

$90,040

$6,269

Average $6,869/month

$7,503

$1,447

Average $1,585/week

$1,732

$36

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,040	$7,503	$1,732	$43
Average	$82,425	$6,869	$1,585	$40
25th Percentile	$75,231	$6,269	$1,447	$36

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