SOC 43-3051 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Massachusetts is $65,791 per year ($31.63/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $55,286. The middle 50% earn between $54,083 and $78,241 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $93,810.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $20.98 | $43,638 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $26.00 | $54,083 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $31.63 | $65,791 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $37.62 | $78,241 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $45.10 | $93,810 | +19.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks in Massachusetts is approximately $65,791, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $55,286.
Entry-level Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $43,638 per year. The 25th percentile is $54,083. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $93,810.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $55,286 vs $65,791 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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