As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Certified Payroll Specialist in San Francisco, CA is $109,996. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $100,941 to $121,552, with most professionals earning between $92,698 and $132,074.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary | $92,698 | San Francisco,CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary | $100,941 | San Francisco,CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary | $109,996 | San Francisco,CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary | $121,552 | San Francisco,CA | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Certified Payroll Specialist Salary | $132,074 | San Francisco,CA | April 01, 2025 |
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4 - 7 years experience
Associate's Degree
7 + years experience
Associate's Degree
3 + years experience
Bachelor's Degree
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