How much does a Certified Payroll Specialist make in New York, NY?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Certified Payroll Specialist in New York, NY is $102,069. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $93,667 to $112,793, with most professionals earning between $86,018 and $122,556.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Certified Payroll Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $86,018 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $93,667 New York,NY April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $102,069 New York,NY April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $112,793 New York,NY April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary $122,556 New York,NY April 01, 2025
25% $93,667 10% $86,018 90% $122,556 75% $112,793 $102,069 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Payroll Administrator III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Certified Payroll Specialist

    7 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Payroll Team Lead

    3 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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