How much does a Payroll Clerk make in Lawton, OK?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Payroll Clerk in Lawton, OK is $55,997. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $44,959 to a high of $68,104, with most professionals earning between $50,219 and $62,335.

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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

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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 Lawton, OK. The base salary for Payroll Clerk ranges from $50,219 to $62,335 with the average base salary of $55,997. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,995 to $64,209 with the average total cash compensation of $57,050.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $55,997 $50,219 - $62,335
Bonus $1,053 $776 - $1,874
Total Pay $57,050 $50,995 - $64,209
* 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 Lawton, OK
CITY, STATE Wichita Falls, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,884 - $66,883 COMPARE TO Lawton, OK
CITY, STATE Altus, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $50,042 - $62,115 COMPARE TO Lawton, OK
CITY, STATE Norman, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,554 - $66,473 COMPARE TO Lawton, OK
CITY, STATE Edmond, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,731 - $66,693 COMPARE TO Lawton, OK
CITY, STATE Oklahoma City, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,908 - $66,913 COMPARE TO Lawton, OK
CITY, STATE Denton, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,804 - $71,749 COMPARE TO Lawton, OK
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk III LOCATION Lawton, OK MINIMUM SALARY $49,697 MAXIMUM SALARY $61,775
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk II LOCATION Lawton, OK MINIMUM SALARY $42,605 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,906
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk I LOCATION Lawton, OK MINIMUM SALARY $39,506 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,615
JOB TITLE Payroll Clerk IV LOCATION Lawton, OK MINIMUM SALARY $54,262 MAXIMUM SALARY $67,532
JOB TITLE Payroll, Benefits Clerk LOCATION Lawton, OK MINIMUM SALARY $42,100 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,859
JOB TITLE Hr Payroll Clerk LOCATION Lawton, OK MINIMUM SALARY $50,065 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,344
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About Lawton, Oklahoma    Lawton is the fifth largest city in Oklahoma, located at 34°36′16″N 98°23′45″W / 34.60444°N 98.39583°W / 34.60444; -98.39583 (34.604444 N, 98.39583....More

Lawton, Oklahoma  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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