As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for human resources payroll in Massachusetts is $78,370, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,507 weekly, or $6,531 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for human resources payroll in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for human resources payroll in Massachusetts vary widely, spanning from $64,940 to $92,082. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,340) and 75th percentile ($85,548), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,082 per year. This $14,208 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Data Entry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Massachusetts human resources payroll often earn 8.8% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 86 companies. However, Massachusetts currently ranks 3 nationwide for human resources payroll job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
human resources payroll Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile human resources payroll Salary $64,940 MA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile human resources payroll Salary $71,340 MA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile human resources payroll Salary $78,370 MA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile human resources payroll Salary $85,548 MA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile human resources payroll Salary $92,082 MA September 01, 2026
25% $71,340 10% $64,940 90% $92,082 75% $85,548 $78,370 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a human resources payroll ?

The Human Resources Payroll Salary position is responsible for managing and processing employee compensation, ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations. Key duties include calculating wages, processing payroll deductions, and maintaining payroll records in compliance with legal regulations. This role requires collaboration with HR to update employee information, handle inquiries regarding pay, and resolve discrepancies. Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in payroll software are essential. The position also involves generating payroll reports and assisting with...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $79,345 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $80,836 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $80,212 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $81,013 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $80,229 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $84,133 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $80,165 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $84,123 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $84,130 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $82,629 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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