What are the main factors that influence a Payroll Associate II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Payroll Associate II?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Payroll Associate II roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Payroll Associate 's salary?

A Payroll Associate 's salary grows with experience: an Accounting Clerk I - Payroll (0-1 years)earns $46,017, an Payroll Associate II (1-3 years)earns $51,440, an Accounting Clerk III - Payroll (3-5 years)earns $57,690, an Accounting Clerk IV - Payroll (5-7 years)earns $63,438, a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,078,

What are the highest paying states for a Payroll Associate II?

Payroll Associate II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Payroll Associate II roles are District of Columbia $56,290, California $56,090, Massachusetts $55,290. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Payroll Associate roles make?

Salaries for Payroll Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Payroll Specialist: $104,919; Payroll Administrator II: $73,166; Payroll Associate IV: $62,650; Senior Payroll Associate: $57,736; Payroll Associate III: $56,970.

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Payroll Associate II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Payroll Associate II make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Payroll Associate II in Delaware is $51,490 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Payroll Associate II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,762
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,890 to $57,390
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,702

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Payroll Associate II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,390	$4,783	$1,104	$28
Average	$51,490	$4,291	$990	$25
25th Percentile	$46,890	$3,908	$902	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Payroll Associate II Salaries

A Payroll Associate II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Payroll Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Payroll Associate II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Accounting Clerk I - Payroll (0-1 years): $46,017
Payroll Associate II (1-3 years): $51,440
Accounting Clerk III - Payroll (3-5 years): $57,690
Accounting Clerk IV - Payroll (5-7 years): $63,438
Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor (7+ years): $90,078

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Accounting Clerk I - Payroll	0-1 years	$46,017
Payroll Associate II	1-3 years	$51,440
Accounting Clerk III - Payroll	3-5 years	$57,690
Accounting Clerk IV - Payroll	5-7 years	$63,438
Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor	7+ years	$90,078

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How Do Payroll Associate II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Payroll Associate IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,290.
California: $56,090.
Massachusetts: $55,290.

District of Columbia $56,290 California $56,090 Massachusetts $55,290 Washington $55,090 New Jersey $55,090 Alaska $54,990 Connecticut $54,290 New York $54,090

Hawaii $53,090 Rhode Island $52,690 Maryland $52,390 Minnesota $51,990 Colorado $51,890 Illinois $51,790 Oregon $51,590 Delaware $51,490

New Hampshire $51,390 Virginia $51,190 Pennsylvania $50,590 Nevada $50,290 North Dakota $50,190 Michigan $50,090 Wisconsin $49,990 Vermont $49,890

Maine $49,590 Texas $49,590 Arizona $49,490 Ohio $49,490 Georgia $48,990 Indiana $48,790 Wyoming $48,790 Utah $48,690

Iowa $48,690 Kansas $48,390 Missouri $48,290 Louisiana $48,290 North Carolina $48,290 Florida $48,090 Montana $47,990 Nebraska $47,890

Kentucky $47,790 South Carolina $47,590 Tennessee $47,490 Idaho $47,490 New Mexico $47,090 Oklahoma $46,990 Alabama $46,690 South Dakota $46,190

Arkansas $45,890 West Virginia $45,790 Mississippi $45,290

Top Paying Cities for Payroll Associate IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $51,290
Little Creek: $51,590
Magnolia: $51,590

Lincoln, DE $51,290 Little Creek, DE $51,590 Magnolia, DE $51,590 Milford, DE $51,390 Marydel, DE $51,490 Millsboro, DE $50,990 Millville, DE $51,090 Milton, DE $51,190

Nassau, DE $51,190 Ocean View, DE $51,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,190 Seaford, DE $51,190 Selbyville, DE $50,990 Smyrna, DE $51,690 Viola, DE $51,390 Woodside, DE $51,590

Bear, DE $51,490 Newark, DE $51,390 Claymont, DE $51,490 Delaware City, DE $51,490 Hockessin, DE $51,390 Kirkwood, DE $51,490 Middletown, DE $51,490 Montchanin, DE $51,390

New Castle, DE $51,390 Odessa, DE $51,490 Port Penn, DE $51,590 Rockland, DE $51,390 Saint Georges, DE $51,490 Townsend, DE $51,590 Winterthur, DE $51,390 Lewes, DE $51,190

Wilmington, DE $51,390 Dover, DE $51,590 Dover Afb, DE $51,390 Bethany Beach, DE $51,090 Bethel, DE $51,090 Bridgeville, DE $51,190 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,490 Cheswold, DE $51,590

Clayton, DE $51,590 Dagsboro, DE $50,990 Delmar, DE $50,890 Ellendale, DE $51,090 Felton, DE $51,390 Fenwick Island, DE $50,990 Frankford, DE $50,890 Frederica, DE $51,390

Georgetown, DE $50,990 Greenwood, DE $51,190 Harbeson, DE $51,090 Harrington, DE $51,290 Hartly, DE $51,490 Houston, DE $51,190 Kenton, DE $51,590 Laurel, DE $50,990

Yorklyn, DE $51,390

Payroll Associate II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Payroll Associate II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $57,591. While startup companies pay approximate $48,705.

Payroll Associate II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$48,705
Growth Stage	51~500	$51,513
Established	501~5000	$55,615
Enterprise	5000+	$57,591

Payroll Associate II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Payroll Associate II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Payroll Associate positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Payroll Associate II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Payroll Associate II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$66,937	$32.0	30%
Financial Services	$66,937	$32.0	30%
Internet	$66,937	$32.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$66,937	$32.0	30%
Software & Networking	$66,937	$32.0	30%

Payroll Associate II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Payroll Associate II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$46,890

Average $51,490/year

$57,390

$3,908

Average $4,291/month

$4,783

$902

Average $990/week

$1,104

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,390	$4,783	$1,104	$28
Average	$51,490	$4,291	$990	$25
25th Percentile	$46,890	$3,908	$902	$23

Payroll Associate II Salary Growth & Career Path

Payroll Associate II

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For a Payroll Associate II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Accounting Clerk III - Payroll role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $57,700 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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