Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $62,410 +12.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.01
10th percentile $45,760
90th percentile $79,630
Employed locally 30
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,760
    25th
    $53,450
    50th (median)
    $62,410
    75th
    $76,800
    90th
    $79,630

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $49,680
    Customer Service Representatives $46,600
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $52,840
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $57,120
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $67,980
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $43,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Massachusetts is $30.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in Massachusetts is 12.9% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $45,760 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,450.