How much does a payroll and timekeeping clerk make in Georgia?
$59,990a year
Median yearly pay for payroll and timekeeping clerks in Georgia. That is $28.84 an hour or $4,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.84
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,590Median: $59,990Highest 10%: $76,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,590 | $19.03 | |
| 25th | $48,760 | $23.44 | |
| Median | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 75th | $69,990 | $33.65 | |
| 90th | $76,790 | $36.92 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Warner Robins, GA | $62,880 |
| Atlanta, GA | $62,710 |
| Savannah, GA | $61,080 |
| Hinesville, GA | $58,110 |
| Gainesville, GA | $56,430 |
| Rome, GA | $54,690 |
| Columbus, GA | $54,580 |
| Macon, GA | $54,100 |
| Brunswick, GA | $54,070 |
| Athens, GA | $52,920 |
| Albany, GA | $52,160 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $51,870 |
| Augusta, GA | $51,490 |
| Dalton, GA | $50,780 |
| Valdosta, GA | $49,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for payroll and timekeeping clerks.
| 13. Oregon | $60,980 |
| 14. New Jersey | $60,750 |
| 15. North Dakota | $60,600 |
| 16. Georgia | $59,990 |
| 17. Maryland | $59,760 |
| 18. Rhode Island | $59,370 |
| 19. Wisconsin | $59,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a payroll and timekeeping clerk make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $28.84 ($59,990 a year).
Do payroll and timekeeping clerks make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $59,990 against $58,260 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Georgia rank for payroll and timekeeping clerk pay?
Georgia ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays payroll and timekeeping clerks the most?
Warner Robins, GA, with a median of $62,880 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.