Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,280 -12.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.21
10th percentile $42,120
90th percentile $68,400
Employed locally 50
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,120
    25th
    $45,080
    50th (median)
    $48,280
    75th
    $62,110
    90th
    $68,400

    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 Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General$39,450
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$45,980
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$45,610
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$60,370
    Customer Service Representatives$39,450
    Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants$40,470

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Northeast Maine is $23.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.55 or more per hour.

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

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in Northeast Maine is 12.7% 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 Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $42,120 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,080.