50% of professionals earn between $44,500 - $78,400 USD
The median salary is $65,000
The average salary for a Payroll Specialist in United States is USD 65,000 - USD 78,400 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 71,700 per year, based on 15,293 active job listings.
The cities with the most Payroll Specialist job opportunities in United States are New York, Houston, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Chicago. New York leads with 371 job openings.
Leading employers for Payroll Specialist roles in United States include Michael Page, Confidential, The Pivot Group, Atlantic Group, Guardian Life Insurance.
Explore 15,293 Payroll Specialist job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.