Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,160 -5.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.08
10th percentile $36,650
90th percentile $70,710
Employed locally 200
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,650
    25th
    $45,220
    50th (median)
    $52,160
    75th
    $61,540
    90th
    $70,710

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General$42,860
    Customer Service Representatives$45,280
    Receptionists and Information Clerks$38,180
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks$47,010
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive$43,030
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers$61,260

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Northeastern Wisconsin is $25.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.53 or more per hour.

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

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 5.7% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $36,650 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,220.