How much does a Payroll Clerk make in Dayton, OH?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Payroll Clerk in Dayton, OH is $63,837. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $51,252 to a high of $77,648, with most professionals earning between $57,250 and $71,066.

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What is a Payroll Clerk?

A Payroll Clerk is responsible for accurately processing and managing payroll for employees within an organization. This includes calculating wages, preparing and distributing paychecks, and ensuring that all payroll transactions are recorded correctly. The Payroll Clerk also maintains employee payroll records, responds to payroll-related inquiries, and assists with payroll tax filings and other financial reporting requirements. Additionally, they may be responsible for verifying timekeeping records and ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency with payroll software and systems are essential for success in this role.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Payroll Clerk in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Payroll Clerk in Dayton, OH. The base salary for Payroll Clerk ranges from $57,250 to $71,066 with the average base salary of $63,837. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,137 to $73,202 with the average total cash compensation of $65,040.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $63,837 $57,250 - $71,066
Bonus $1,203 $887 - $2,136
Total Pay $65,040 $58,137 - $73,202
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Middletown, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,013 - $70,772 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Springfield, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,096 - $68,393 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Hamilton, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,244 - $71,059 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Cincinnati, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,480 - $71,353 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Covington, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,480 - $71,353 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Columbus, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,599 - $71,499 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
See salaries for Payroll Clerk in locations close to Dayton, OH. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk III LOCATION Dayton, OH MINIMUM SALARY $45,552 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,309
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk I LOCATION Dayton, OH MINIMUM SALARY $40,123 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,316
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk II LOCATION Dayton, OH MINIMUM SALARY $40,959 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,580
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk IV LOCATION Dayton, OH MINIMUM SALARY $52,433 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,820
JOB TITLE Payroll, Benefits Clerk LOCATION Dayton, OH MINIMUM SALARY $47,989 MAXIMUM SALARY $61,392
JOB TITLE Hr Payroll Clerk LOCATION Dayton, OH MINIMUM SALARY $42,322 MAXIMUM SALARY $51,230
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About Dayton, Ohio    Dayton (/ˈdeɪtən/) is the sixth-largest city in the state of Ohio and the county seat of Montgomery County. A small part of the city extends into Gree....More

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