Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,920 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.89
10th percentile $35,690
90th percentile $70,630
Employed locally 80
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,690
    25th
    $45,940
    50th (median)
    $55,920
    75th
    $64,500
    90th
    $70,630

    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 Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $45,220
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $46,750
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $45,350
    Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants $45,670
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $37,180
    Customer Service Representatives $39,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Central Oregon is $26.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in Central Oregon is 1.1% above 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 Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $35,690 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,940.