What are the main factors that influence a Payroll Administrator IV'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 Administrator IV?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Payroll Administrator IV roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Payroll Administrator 's salary?

A Payroll Administrator 's salary grows with experience: a Payroll Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $81,009, a Payroll Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $93,724, a Payroll Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $113,781, a Payroll Team Lead (7+ years)earns $98,483, a Payroll Supervisor (7+ years)earns $105,708,

What are the highest paying states for a Payroll Administrator IV?

Payroll Administrator IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Payroll Administrator IV roles are District of Columbia $113,781, California $113,350, Massachusetts $111,839. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Payroll Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Payroll Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Lead Payroll Administrator: $103,428; Payroll Administrator III: $84,650; Certified Payroll Administrator: $77,275; Senior Payroll Administrator: $73,246; Payroll Administrator II: $73,166.

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Payroll Administrator IV Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Payroll Administrator IV make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Payroll Administrator IV in District of Columbia is $113,781 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,280
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,411 to $126,081
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,790

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Payroll Administrator IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,081	$10,507	$2,425	$61
Average	$113,781	$9,482	$2,188	$55
25th Percentile	$105,411	$8,784	$2,027	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Payroll Administrator IV Salaries

A Payroll Administrator IV'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 Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Payroll Administrator IV'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 Administrator II (2-4 years): $81,009
Payroll Administrator III (4-7 years): $93,724
Payroll Administrator IV (7+ years): $113,781
Payroll Team Lead (7+ years): $98,483
Payroll Supervisor (7+ years): $105,708

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Payroll Administrator II	2-4 years	$81,009
Payroll Administrator III	4-7 years	$93,724
Payroll Administrator IV	7+ years	$113,781
Payroll Team Lead	7+ years	$98,483
Payroll Supervisor	7+ years	$105,708

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How Do Payroll Administrator IV 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 Administrator IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $113,781.
California: $113,350.
Massachusetts: $111,839.

District of Columbia $113,781 California $113,350 Massachusetts $111,839 Washington $111,428 New Jersey $111,387 Alaska $111,243 Connecticut $109,825 New York $109,249

Hawaii $107,410 Rhode Island $106,547 Maryland $105,961 Minnesota $105,159 Colorado $104,851 Illinois $104,748 Oregon $104,358 Delaware $104,070

New Hampshire $103,889 Virginia $103,484 Pennsylvania $102,303 Nevada $101,707 North Dakota $101,511 Michigan $101,203 Wisconsin $101,090 Vermont $100,864

Texas $100,237 Maine $100,196 Arizona $100,134 Ohio $100,062 Georgia $99,117 Indiana $98,644 Wyoming $98,552 Utah $98,408

Iowa $98,346 Kansas $97,853 Louisiana $97,709 North Carolina $97,658 Missouri $97,637 Florida $97,236 Montana $97,020 Nebraska $96,815

Kentucky $96,702 South Carolina $96,291 Tennessee $96,034 Idaho $95,931 New Mexico $95,181 Oklahoma $95,017 Alabama $94,410 South Dakota $93,393

Arkansas $92,838 West Virginia $92,540 Mississippi $91,646

Top Paying Cities for Payroll Administrator IVs

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:

Parcel Return Service: $113,164
Washington: $113,165
Naval Anacost Annex: $113,160

Parcel Return Service, DC $113,164 Washington, DC $113,165 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $113,160 Washington Navy Yard, DC $113,164

Payroll Administrator IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Payroll Administrator IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $127,264. While startup companies pay approximate $107,627.

Payroll Administrator IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$107,627
Growth Stage	51~500	$113,832
Established	501~5000	$122,897
Enterprise	5000+	$127,264

Payroll Administrator IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Payroll Administrator IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Payroll Administrator positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Payroll Administrator IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Payroll Administrator IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$125,160	$60.0	10%

Payroll Administrator IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Payroll Administrator IV'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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$105,411

Average $113,781/year

$126,081

$8,784

Average $9,482/month

$10,507

$2,027

Average $2,188/week

$2,425

$51

Average $55/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,081	$10,507	$2,425	$61
Average	$113,781	$9,482	$2,188	$55
25th Percentile	$105,411	$8,784	$2,027	$51

Payroll Administrator IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Payroll Administrator IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Payroll Team Lead role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $98,483 - a projected growth of -13% over your current level.

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