Administrative Coordinator - Payroll Salary in California

How much does an Administrative Coordinator - Payroll make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Coordinator - Payroll in California is $51,734 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,126
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,720 to $58,744
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,155

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Coordinator - Payroll Salaries

An Administrative Coordinator - Payroll'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 Administrative Coordinator - Payroll Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Coordinator - Payroll'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): $44,855
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,274
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,065
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,031
  • Expert (over 8 years): $87,274
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Logistics Clerk I less than 1 year $44,855
Administrative Coordinator - Payroll 1-2 years $50,274
Logistics Clerk III 2-4 years $56,065
Logistics Clerk IV 5-8 years $68,031
Logistics Supervisor over 8 years $87,274

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Coordinator - Payroll

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:

  • Los Angeles: $51,824
  • West Hollywood: $51,786
  • Dodgertown: $51,823

Administrative Coordinator - Payroll Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Coordinator - Payroll 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, Administrative Coordinator - Payroll positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Coordinator - Payroll as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Administrative Coordinator - Payroll

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $56,908 $27.0 10%

Administrative Coordinator - Payroll Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Coordinator - Payroll'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.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$46,720
Average $51,734/year
$58,744
$3,893
Average $4,311/month
$4,895
$898
Average $995/week
$1,130
$22
Average $25/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $58,744 $4,895 $1,130 $28
Average $51,734 $4,311 $995 $25
25th Percentile $46,720 $3,893 $898 $22

Find Your Next Administrative Coordinator - Payroll Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Administrative Coordinator - Payroll job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

  • Wolters Kluwer N.V. | Torrance, CA

    Wolters Kluwer N.V. | Torrance, CA

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    TechDigital Corporation | Brea, CA

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    Us Tech Solutions | Los Angeles, CA

    Hybrid/Remote Position in Los Angeles CountyMust have experience processing high-volume payroll in a healthcare settingOnsite Location:8501 Wilshire Blvd, ... more

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  • Los Angeles County Museum Of natural History Foundation | Los Angeles, CA

    Los Angeles County Museum Of natural History Foundation | Los Angeles, CA

    Payroll CoordinatorThe Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County (NHMLAC) include the Natural History Museum in Exposition Park and La Brea Tar Pits in... more

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  • LHH | San Diego, CA

    LHH | San Diego, CA

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    Rockwell Care | Yucca Valley, CA

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