Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,950 +4.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.86
10th percentile $40,360
90th percentile $71,690
Employed locally 40
National median $55,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,360
    25th
    $46,950
    50th (median)
    $57,950
    75th
    $60,400
    90th
    $71,690

    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $43,540
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $44,090
    Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks $31,910
    Customer Service Representatives $45,140
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $41,500
    First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $59,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Southwest Montana is $27.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.99 or more per hour.

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

    The median Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks salary in Southwest Montana is 4.8% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) earn around $40,360 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,950.