Payroll Analyst
Salary surveys & compensation benchmarks
6 compensation survey reports publish salary benchmarks for Payroll Analyst. Compare what each vendor covers and pick the right one for your organization.
Under general supervision, prepares payroll input to computerized payroll systems. Assists in preparing payroll checks. Answers questions from employees and supervisors regarding payroll matters. May maintain records on vacation, sick leave, etc. May assist with governmental reporting/compliance. Coordinates and processes any irregular payments (e.g., sales draws, bonus payments, etc.). Typically…
Reports covering Payroll Analyst
ERI Economic Research Institute
Payroll Analyst salary survey FAQ
- Which compensation surveys cover Payroll Analyst pay?
- 6 surveys publish Payroll Analyst benchmarks, including data from ERI Economic Research Institute, Mercer. The full list is on this page; click into any one for scope, methodology, and pricing.
- How does Payroll Analyst pay vary by industry and geography?
- Compensation for Payroll Analyst varies by industry, region, company size, and revenue. Most surveys above publish cuts on those dimensions. Industry-specific surveys (healthcare, tech, financial services, etc.) typically report meaningfully different ranges than cross-industry surveys for the same role.
- What is the typical salary range for Payroll Analyst?
- CompShop is a directory of compensation-survey publishers, not a salary aggregator. Actual Payroll Analyst ranges live in the surveys listed on this page. Most publishers report 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile salary data plus total cash compensation.
- How often should I refresh Payroll Analyst pay benchmarks?
- Annually is the standard cadence for primary roles. Survey data older than two years is generally too stale for setting current pay ranges, especially in hot segments. Most publishers above release annual editions; a few offer semi-annual updates for fast-moving markets.