Payroll Benefits Specialist Salaries in New Jersey

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How Much Does a Payroll Benefits Specialist Make in New Jersey?

Updated March 26, 2024

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$77,554/yr

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Low $68,972

Average $77,554

High $86,030

The average salary for Payroll Benefits Specialist is $77,554 per year in New Jersey.

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Company	average base salary in (usd)	range
Chester School District Payroll/Benefits Specialist	$65,278/yr	$57,416 $73,140 RANGE: $57,416 - $73,140
Cross River Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Contract)	$91,810/yr	$80,506 $103,115 RANGE: $80,506 - $103,115
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc. Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist	$110,840/yr	$96,152 $125,528 RANGE: $96,152 - $125,528
Salson Logistics Inc Payroll and Benefits Specialist	$98,615/yr	$85,728 $111,501 RANGE: $85,728 - $111,501
MÜNZING NORTH AMERICA Payroll and Benefits Specialist	$70,241/yr	$59,871 $80,612 RANGE: $59,871 - $80,612
Robert Half Benefits and Payroll Specialist	$139,035/yr	$121,877 $156,194 RANGE: $121,877 - $156,194
Consolidated Human Resources, LLC Payroll Tax & Accounting Specialist - Full-Time with Benefits	$61,664/yr	$55,156 $68,171 RANGE: $55,156 - $68,171
U S Pharma Lab Inc Specialist, Payroll	$73,592/yr	$64,546 $82,638 RANGE: $64,546 - $82,638
Robert Half Payroll Specialist	$188,483/yr	$160,279 $216,686 RANGE: $160,279 - $216,686
USPL Nutritionals, LLC. Specialist, Payroll	$73,592/yr	$64,546 $82,638 RANGE: $64,546 - $82,638

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Payroll/Benefits Specialist

Chester, NJ

$57,416 - $73,140

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Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Contract)

Fort Lee, NJ

$80,506 - $103,115

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Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Mahwah, NJ

$96,152 - $125,528

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Newark, NJ

$85,728 - $111,501

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Bloomfield, NJ

$59,871 - $80,612

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Benefits and Payroll Specialist

Cape May, NJ

$121,877 - $156,194

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Payroll Tax & Accounting Specialist - Full-Time with Benefits

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Top 10 Highest Paying Cities For Payroll Benefits Specialist Jobs in New Jersey

It is important to understand how location impacts your career prospects in the United States. There are some cities where a Payroll Benefits Specialist can find a job easily with a greater salary paid then achieve a higher standard of living. Below is the top cities list for Payroll Benefits Specialist job salaries in New Jersey. Some cities can pay higher salaries for Payroll Benefits Specialist jobs, which can indicate that there is a large demand for Payroll Benefits Specialist positions in this city.

The following table shows top 10 cities where the Payroll Benefits Specialist salary is higher than other cities in New Jersey. Jersey City takes first place in this list, followed by Union City, Hoboken. The Payroll Benefits Specialist salary is $82,649 in Jersey City, which is higher than the national average. There are 33 cities' Payroll Benefits Specialist salary higher than national average in New Jersey.

The average salary for a Payroll Benefits Specialist in New Jersey is $77,554, but we found that the city with the highest salary for Payroll Benefits Specialist jobs is Jersey City, NJ, and it is higher than Union City. Payroll Benefits Specialist jobs in Jersey City can have the opportunity to earn higher salaries than in other cities in New Jersey.

CITY	ANNUAL SALARY	MONTHLY PAY	WEEKLY PAY	HOURLY WAGE
Jersey City	$82,649	$6,887	$1,589	$40
Union City	$82,649	$6,887	$1,589	$40
Hoboken	$82,649	$6,887	$1,589	$40
West New York	$82,649	$6,887	$1,589	$40
Paramus	$81,516	$6,793	$1,568	$39
Paterson	$81,446	$6,787	$1,566	$39
Clifton	$81,446	$6,787	$1,566	$39
Passaic	$81,446	$6,787	$1,566	$39
Bloomfield	$81,446	$6,787	$1,566	$39
Wayne	$81,446	$6,787	$1,566	$39

What Does a Payroll Benefits Specialist Do?

If you are thinking of becoming a Payroll Benefits Specialist or planning the next step in your career, find details about.

Updated December 16, 2021

Since benefits specialist jobs are highly technical, you’ll need to prove that you have the proper knowledge and experience during the interview process.

Updated December 15, 2021

The benefits specialist is responsible for assisting with the administration of all benefits and retirement programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401(k) plan.

Updated November 24, 2021

Experience administering pay and benefits to employees of the federal public service including 4 years of experience performing the full scope of the position as a fully trained Pay Specialist using the Phoenix Pay System.

Updated November 22, 2021

A good benefits specialist can easily understand and evaluate complicated employment laws, insurance plans, retirement programs, and additional compensation programs like profit-sharing and stock ownership.

Updated November 20, 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Payroll Benefits Specialist Salaries

What is the average of a Payroll Benefits Specialist in New Jersey?

The Payroll Benefits Specialist salary range is from $68,972 to $86,030, and the average Payroll Benefits Specialist salary is $77,554/year in New Jersey. The Payroll Benefits Specialist's salary will change in different locations.

Which location pays the highest Payroll Benefits Specialist salary in the United States?

The Payroll Benefits Specialist salary in San Jose, CA is $88,805 which is the highest in the US.

What kinds of reasons will influence the Payroll Benefits Specialist's salary?

Besides the location, employees' education degree, related skills, and work experience also will influence the salary. Try to improve your skills and experience to get a higher salary for the position of Payroll Benefits Specialist.

What is the growth rate of the Payroll Benefits Specialist's salary?

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