Payroll Compliance Analyst Salary in Minneapolis, MN

How much does a Payroll Compliance Analyst make in Minneapolis, MN?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Payroll Compliance Analyst in Minneapolis, MN is $79,632. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $73,300 to $87,085, with most professionals earning between $67,535 and $93,870.

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What is a Payroll Compliance Analyst?

The Payroll Compliance Analyst is responsible for ensuring that all payroll processes and procedures are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This includes staying up to date on changes in tax laws, labor laws, and other regulations that may impact payroll processing. The analyst will also be responsible for conducting regular audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance, as well as providing guidance and support to payroll staff on compliance issues. Additionally, the analyst may be responsible for preparing and filing payroll tax returns and responding to inquiries from regulatory agencies. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of payroll laws and regulations, and excellent analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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What does a Payroll Compliance Analyst do?

Common responsibilities of a Payroll Compliance Analyst

Conduct regular audits of payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

September 14, 2023

Stay up-to-date on changes in payroll laws and regulations and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.

September 15, 2023

Review and analyze payroll data to identify and resolve compliance issues.

September 22, 2023

Prepare and file payroll tax returns and reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.

September 22, 2023

Develop and implement payroll compliance policies and procedures.

October 03, 2023

Assist with payroll system implementation and upgrades to ensure compliance with regulations.

October 04, 2023

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and laws.

October 17, 2023

Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

October 24, 2023

Provide training and support to payroll staff on compliance-related matters.

October 24, 2023

Investigate and resolve payroll compliance issues and discrepancies.

November 07, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Payroll Compliance Analyst in Minneapolis, MN

Average Base Salary

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73300

87085

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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75082

90390

81921

What is the average salary for Payroll Compliance Analyst in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Payroll Compliance Analyst in Minneapolis, MN. The base salary for Payroll Compliance Analyst ranges from $73,300 to $87,085 with the average base salary of $79,632. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $75,082 to $90,390 with the average total cash compensation of $81,921.

View Average Salary for Payroll Compliance Analyst as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$79,632	$73,300 - $87,085
Bonus	$2,289	$1,782 - $3,306
Total Pay	$81,921	$75,082 - $90,390

* 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 Compliance Analyst Salary Near Minneapolis, MN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN
CITY, STATE Minnetonka, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,300 - $87,085	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN 0%
CITY, STATE Eden Prairie, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,174 - $86,935	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN
CITY, STATE Saint Paul, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,300 - $87,085	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN 0%
CITY, STATE Burnsville, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,090 - $86,835	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN
CITY, STATE Lakeville, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $72,838 - $86,535	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN
CITY, STATE Saint Cloud, MN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,091 - $82,084	COMPARE TO Minneapolis, MN

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About Minneapolis, Minnesota

Minneapolis (/ˌmɪniˈæpəlɪs/ (listen)) is the county seat of Hennepin County and the larger of the Twin Cities, the 16th-largest metropolitan area in the United States. As of 2017, Minneapolis is the largest city in the state of Minnesota and 45th-largest in the United States, with an estimated population of 422,331. The Twin Cities metropolitan area consists of Minneapolis, its neighbor Saint Paul, and suburbs which altogether contain about 3.6 million people, and is the third-largest economic center in the Midwest. Minneapolis lies on both banks of the Mississippi River, just north of the riv...

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