Accounting/Payroll Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does an Accounting/Payroll Coordinator make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting/Payroll Coordinator in the United States is $47,481 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, an Accounting/Payroll Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,771
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,879 to $53,914
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,689

Key Factors That Influence Accounting/Payroll Coordinator Salaries

An Accounting/Payroll Coordinator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Accounting/Payroll Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting/Payroll Coordinator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,167
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $46,141
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,455
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,438
  • Expert (over 8 years): $80,099
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Logistics Clerk I less than 1 year $41,167
Accounting/Payroll Coordinator 1-2 years $46,141
Logistics Clerk III 2-4 years $51,455
Logistics Clerk IV 5-8 years $62,438
Logistics Supervisor over 8 years $80,099

Top Paying Cities for Accounting/Payroll Coordinator

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $59,888
  • San Francisco: $59,232
  • Oakland: $57,984

Accounting/Payroll Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting/Payroll Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Accounting/Payroll Coordinator positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting/Payroll Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Accounting/Payroll Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $52,229 $25.0 10%

Accounting/Payroll Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting/Payroll Coordinator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$42,879
Average $47,481/year
$53,914
$3,573
Average $3,957/month
$4,493
$825
Average $913/week
$1,037
$21
Average $23/hour
$26
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $53,914 $4,493 $1,037 $26
Average $47,481 $3,957 $913 $23
25th Percentile $42,879 $3,573 $825 $21

Most common benefits for Accounting/Payroll Coordinator

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Accounting/Payroll Coordinator

Here are companies hiring for Accounting/Payroll Coordinator and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Accounting/Payroll Coordinator

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Accounting/Payroll Coordinator?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting/Payroll Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

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