Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,290 -21.7% vs national
Median hourly $20.81
10th percentile $34,020
90th percentile $61,470
Employed locally 90
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,020
    25th
    $37,560
    50th (median)
    $43,290
    75th
    $53,370
    90th
    $61,470

    Top-paying metros for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $80,150
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $78,180
    District of Columbia $69,210
    Napa, CA $67,250
    Boulder, CO $65,520
    Vallejo, CA $64,700

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $43,510
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $42,260
    Customer Service Representatives $38,070
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $57,150
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $44,650
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $35,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Arizona is $20.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.35 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salaries?

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in Arizona is 21.7% below the national median of $55,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Arizona?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $34,020 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,560.