Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $52,740 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.36
10th percentile $40,360
90th percentile $76,430
Employed locally 190
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,360
    25th
    $45,270
    50th (median)
    $52,740
    75th
    $62,400
    90th
    $76,430

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $42,020
    Customer Service Representatives $42,690
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $44,620
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $47,530
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $38,100
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $63,810

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in South Central Wisconsin is $25.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.95 or more per hour.

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

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in South Central Wisconsin is 4.6% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $40,360 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,270.