How much does a Certified Payroll Specialist make in Allentown, PA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Certified Payroll Specialist in Allentown, PA is $88,056. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $80,808 to $97,308, with most professionals earning between $74,209 and $105,731.

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Certified Payroll Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $74,209 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $80,808 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $88,056 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $97,308 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $105,731 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
25% $80,808 10% $74,209 90% $105,731 75% $97,308 $88,056 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. Down a level:

    Payroll Administrator III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Certified Payroll Specialist

    7 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Payroll Team Lead

    3 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Allentown, Pennsylvania    Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populo....More

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