Payroll Admin Salary in Schenectady, NY

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How much does a Payroll Admin make in Schenectady, NY?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Payroll Admin in Schenectady, NY is $75,304. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $67,988 to $83,837, with most professionals earning between $61,328 and $91,606.

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What is a Payroll Admin?

A Payroll Admin is responsible for processing and managing the payroll for a company's employees. This includes calculating wages, deductions, and overtime, as well as ensuring accurate and timely payment to employees. They also handle payroll taxes, benefits, and other related tasks, and may be responsible for maintaining payroll records and resolving any payroll-related issues or discrepancies. Additionally, they may assist with payroll reporting and compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The Payroll Admin plays a crucial role in ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time, and that payroll processes are efficient and compliant.

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Average Salary Range for Payroll Admin in Schenectady, NY

Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Payroll Admin in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Payroll Admin in Schenectady, NY. The base salary for Payroll Admin ranges from $67,988 to $83,837 with the average base salary of $75,304. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,670 to $87,834 with the average total cash compensation of $77,713.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $75,304 $67,988 - $83,837
Bonus $2,409 $1,682 - $3,997
Total Pay $77,713 $69,670 - $87,834
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Payroll Admin Salary Near Schenectady, NY

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Albany, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,176 - $84,069 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Troy, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,150 - $84,036 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Nassau, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,853 - $91,069 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Bennington, VT AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,935 - $83,772 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Pittsfield, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,584 - $84,572 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
CITY, STATE Rutland, VT AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,749 - $82,309 COMPARE TO Schenectady, NY
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About Schenectady, New York    Schenectady (/skəˈnɛktədi/) is a city in Schenectady County, New York, United States, of which it is the county seat. As of the 2010 census, the city....More

Schenectady, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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