What are the main factors that influence a Payroll Auditor'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 Auditor?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Payroll Auditor roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Payroll Auditor's salary?

A Payroll Auditor's salary grows with experience: an Payroll Auditor (0-2 years)earns $69,956, an Internal Auditor II (2-4 years)earns $80,975, an Internal Auditor III (4-7 years)earns $92,405, an Internal Auditor IV (7+ years)earns $114,766, an Internal Auditor V (7-10 years)earns $144,377,

What are the highest paying states for a Payroll Auditor?

Payroll Auditor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Payroll Auditor roles are District of Columbia $77,003, California $76,710, Massachusetts $75,688. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Payroll Auditor roles make?

Salaries for Payroll Auditor level roles vary by specialization: Payroll Director: $160,487; Payroll Manager: $111,514; Payroll Supervisor: $95,473; Payroll Compliance Auditor: $90,839; Auditor: $87,516.

Payroll Auditor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Payroll Auditor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Payroll Auditor in Delaware is $70,430 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,744
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,187 to $76,876
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,414

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Payroll Auditor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,876	$6,406	$1,478	$37
Average	$70,430	$5,869	$1,354	$34
25th Percentile	$65,187	$5,432	$1,254	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Payroll Auditor Salaries

A Payroll Auditor'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 Auditor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Payroll Auditor'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $69,956
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,975
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,405
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,766
Expert (over 8 years): $144,377

Levels	Salary
Payroll A... Level Payroll Auditor	$69,956
Internal ... Level Payroll Auditor	$80,975
Internal ... Level Payroll Auditor	$92,405
Internal ... Level Payroll Auditor	$114,766
Internal ... Level Payroll Auditor	$144,377

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How Do Payroll Auditor 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 Auditors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,003.
California: $76,710.
Massachusetts: $75,688.

District of Columbia $77,003 California $76,710 Massachusetts $75,688 Washington $75,410 New Jersey $75,382 Alaska $75,285 Connecticut $74,325 New York $73,936

Hawaii $72,691 Rhode Island $72,106 Maryland $71,710 Minnesota $71,168 Colorado $70,959 Illinois $70,889 Oregon $70,625 Delaware $70,430

New Hampshire $70,308 Virginia $70,034 Pennsylvania $69,234 Nevada $68,831 North Dakota $68,699 Michigan $68,490 Wisconsin $68,413 Vermont $68,260

Texas $67,836 Maine $67,808 Arizona $67,767 Ohio $67,718 Georgia $67,078 Indiana $66,758 Wyoming $66,696 Utah $66,598

Iowa $66,557 Kansas $66,223 Louisiana $66,125 North Carolina $66,091 Missouri $66,077 Florida $65,805 Montana $65,659 Nebraska $65,520

Kentucky $65,444 South Carolina $65,166 Tennessee $64,992 Idaho $64,922 New Mexico $64,415 Oklahoma $64,303 Alabama $63,893 South Dakota $63,204

Arkansas $62,829 West Virginia $62,627 Mississippi $62,022

Top Paying Cities for Payroll Auditors

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:

Lincoln: $70,113
Little Creek: $70,626
Magnolia: $70,525

Lincoln, DE $70,113 Little Creek, DE $70,626 Magnolia, DE $70,525 Milford, DE $70,291 Marydel, DE $70,407 Millsboro, DE $69,819 Millville, DE $69,927 Milton, DE $70,048

Nassau, DE $70,099 Ocean View, DE $69,915 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,049 Seaford, DE $70,089 Selbyville, DE $69,799 Smyrna, DE $70,675 Viola, DE $70,350 Woodside, DE $70,539

Bear, DE $70,376 Newark, DE $70,350 Claymont, DE $70,494 Delaware City, DE $70,420 Hockessin, DE $70,343 Kirkwood, DE $70,407 Middletown, DE $70,434 Montchanin, DE $70,359

New Castle, DE $70,370 Odessa, DE $70,469 Port Penn, DE $70,516 Rockland, DE $70,366 Saint Georges, DE $70,412 Townsend, DE $70,520 Winterthur, DE $70,375 Lewes, DE $70,075

Wilmington, DE $70,347 Dover, DE $70,626 Dover Afb, DE $70,254 Bethany Beach, DE $69,841 Bethel, DE $69,914 Bridgeville, DE $70,078 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,428 Cheswold, DE $70,604

Clayton, DE $70,606 Dagsboro, DE $69,793 Delmar, DE $69,681 Ellendale, DE $69,892 Felton, DE $70,286 Fenwick Island, DE $69,808 Frankford, DE $69,686 Frederica, DE $70,355

Georgetown, DE $69,766 Greenwood, DE $70,090 Harbeson, DE $69,841 Harrington, DE $70,197 Hartly, DE $70,415 Houston, DE $70,097 Kenton, DE $70,609 Laurel, DE $69,724

Yorklyn, DE $70,364

Payroll Auditor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Payroll Auditor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Payroll Auditor positions in MFG Durable or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Payroll Auditor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Payroll Auditor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$95,081	$46.0	35%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$91,559	$44.0	30%
Insurance	$88,038	$42.0	25%
Biotechnology	$84,516	$41.0	20%
Healthcare	$80,995	$39.0	15%

Payroll Auditor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Payroll Auditor'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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$65,187

Average $70,430/year

$76,876

$5,432

Average $5,869/month

$6,406

$1,254

Average $1,354/week

$1,478

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,876	$6,406	$1,478	$37
Average	$70,430	$5,869	$1,354	$34
25th Percentile	$65,187	$5,432	$1,254	$31

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