Occupation ยท SOC 43-3051
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of payroll and timekeeping clerks can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 156,950 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $55,290 ($26.58 an hour).
US employment
156,950
Median annual wage
$55,290
Mean annual wage
$56,870
Median hourly wage
$26.58
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- District of Columbia$69,210
- Washington$62,310
- California$61,670
- Minnesota$60,780
- Connecticut$60,720
Top 5 after cost of living
- North Dakota$65,850
- District of Columbia$62,970
- Minnesota$61,630
- Idaho$60,950
- Vermont$60,440
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | $66,140 | $10,850 (+19.6%) | 3 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Accountants and Auditors | $81,680 | $26,390 (+47.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Compensation and Benefits Managers | $140,360 | $85,070 (+153.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists | $77,020 | $21,730 (+39.3%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Human Resources Specialists | $72,910 | $17,620 (+31.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Financial Managers | $161,700 | $106,410 (+192.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California23,180
- 2. Texas14,130
- 3. Florida10,060
- 4. New York9,040
- 5. Illinois6,060
- 6. Ohio5,690
- 7. Pennsylvania5,630
- 8. Georgia4,740
- 9. New Jersey4,350
- 10. Indiana4,120
States that pay the most
- 1. District of Columbia$69,210
- 2. Washington$62,310
- 3. California$61,670
- 4. Minnesota$60,780
- 5. Connecticut$60,720
- 6. New Hampshire$60,670
- 7. New York$60,600
- 8. Massachusetts$60,260
- 9. Illinois$60,060
- 10. New Jersey$59,920
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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