What are the main factors that influence a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor'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 Operations Assistant Supervisor?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor's salary?

A Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Payroll Accounting Administrator Senior (4-7 years)earns $87,765, a Payroll Accounting Administrator Expert (7+ years)earns $106,547, a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor (7+ years)earns $92,221, a Payroll Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $98,986, a Payroll Operations Manager (7+ years)earns $115,618,

What are the highest paying states for a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor?

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $98,500, California $98,200, Massachusetts $96,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Payroll Operations Director: $160,500; Payroll Director: $160,487; Payroll Operations Manager: $111,600; Payroll Manager: $111,514; Payroll Tax Supervisor: $97,325.

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Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor in Rhode Island is $92,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,775
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,600 to $100,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,948

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Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,400	$8,367	$1,931	$48
Average	$92,300	$7,692	$1,775	$44
25th Percentile	$80,600	$6,717	$1,550	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salaries

A Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor'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 Operations Assistant Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor'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:

Payroll Accounting Administrator Senior (4-7 years): $87,765
Payroll Accounting Administrator Expert (7+ years): $106,547
Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor (7+ years): $92,221
Payroll Operations Supervisor (7+ years): $98,986
Payroll Operations Manager (7+ years): $115,618

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Payroll Accounting Administrator Senior	4-7 years	$87,765
Payroll Accounting Administrator Expert	7+ years	$106,547
Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor	7+ years	$92,221
Payroll Operations Supervisor	7+ years	$98,986
Payroll Operations Manager	7+ years	$115,618

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How Do Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor 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 Operations Assistant Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,500.
California: $98,200.
Massachusetts: $96,900.

District of Columbia $98,500 California $98,200 Massachusetts $96,900 Washington $96,500 New Jersey $96,500 Alaska $96,300 Connecticut $95,100 New York $94,600

Hawaii $93,000 Rhode Island $92,300 Maryland $91,800 Minnesota $91,100 Colorado $90,800 Illinois $90,700 Oregon $90,400 Delaware $90,100

New Hampshire $90,000 Virginia $89,600 Pennsylvania $88,600 Nevada $88,100 North Dakota $87,900 Michigan $87,600 Wisconsin $87,500 Vermont $87,400

Maine $86,800 Texas $86,800 Arizona $86,700 Ohio $86,700 Georgia $85,800 Indiana $85,400 Wyoming $85,400 Utah $85,200

Iowa $85,200 Kansas $84,700 Missouri $84,600 Louisiana $84,600 North Carolina $84,600 Florida $84,200 Montana $84,000 Nebraska $83,800

Kentucky $83,800 South Carolina $83,400 Tennessee $83,200 Idaho $83,100 New Mexico $82,400 Oklahoma $82,300 Alabama $81,800 South Dakota $80,900

Arkansas $80,400 West Virginia $80,100 Mississippi $79,400

Top Paying Cities for Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisors

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:

Adamsville: $93,400
Albion: $92,600
Ashaway: $93,200

Adamsville, RI $93,400 Albion, RI $92,600 Ashaway, RI $93,200 Barrington, RI $92,400 Block Island, RI $92,900 Bradford, RI $93,200 Bristol, RI $92,700 Carolina, RI $93,000

Charlestown, RI $93,100 Chepachet, RI $92,900 Clayville, RI $92,600 Coventry, RI $92,600 West Greenwich, RI $92,900 East Greenwich, RI $92,600 Exeter, RI $92,900 Fiskeville, RI $92,400

Forestdale, RI $93,100 Foster, RI $92,800 Glendale, RI $93,100 Greene, RI $93,000 Greenville, RI $92,400 Harmony, RI $92,500 Harrisville, RI $93,100 Hope, RI $92,400

Hope Valley, RI $93,200 Hopkinton, RI $93,300 Jamestown, RI $93,000 Kenyon, RI $93,000 Little Compton, RI $93,400 Manville, RI $92,800 Mapleville, RI $92,900 Newport, RI $93,100

Middletown, RI $93,100 North Kingstown, RI $92,700 North Scituate, RI $92,500 Oakland, RI $93,000 Pascoag, RI $93,100 Pawtucket, RI $92,300 Central Falls, RI $92,300 Cumberland, RI $92,800

Lincoln, RI $92,400 Portsmouth, RI $93,100 Prudence Island, RI $92,900 Rockville, RI $93,300 Saunderstown, RI $92,900 Shannock, RI $93,000 Slatersville, RI $93,100 Slocum, RI $92,900

Tiverton, RI $93,300 Wakefield, RI $93,000 Kingston, RI $93,000 Narragansett, RI $93,000 Peace Dale, RI $93,000 Warren, RI $92,600 Warwick, RI $92,400 Westerly, RI $93,300

West Kingston, RI $93,000 West Warwick, RI $92,500 Wood River Junction, RI $93,100 Woonsocket, RI $93,100 North Smithfield, RI $92,900 Wyoming, RI $93,000 Providence, RI $92,200 Cranston, RI $92,200

North Providence, RI $92,200 East Providence, RI $92,200 Riverside, RI $92,300 Rumford, RI $92,200 Smithfield, RI $92,400 Johnston, RI $92,300

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $103,237. While startup companies pay approximate $87,308.

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$87,308
Growth Stage	51~500	$92,341
Established	501~5000	$99,695
Enterprise	5000+	$103,237

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$138,450	$67.0	50%

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor'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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Average $92,300/year

$100,400

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Average $7,692/month

$8,367

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Average $1,775/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,400	$8,367	$1,931	$48
Average	$92,300	$7,692	$1,775	$44
25th Percentile	$80,600	$6,717	$1,550	$39

Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Payroll Operations Assistant Supervisor, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Payroll Operations Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $99,000 - a projected growth of 7% over your current level.

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