How much does a payroll and timekeeping clerk make in Minnesota?
$61,320a year
Median yearly pay for payroll and timekeeping clerks in Minnesota. That is $29.48 an hour or $5,110 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.48
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,270Median: $61,320Highest 10%: $79,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,270 | $23.69 | |
| 25th | $53,450 | $25.70 | |
| Median | $61,320 | $29.48 | |
| 75th | $71,190 | $34.23 | |
| 90th | $79,370 | $38.16 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, MN | $63,550 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $63,060 |
| Fargo, ND | $59,750 |
| La Crosse, WI | $59,460 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $59,010 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $58,960 |
| Mankato, MN | $58,860 |
| Duluth, MN | $57,760 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $49,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for payroll and timekeeping clerks.
| 8. Connecticut | $62,200 |
| 9. Hawaii | $62,070 |
| 10. Illinois | $61,390 |
| 11. Minnesota | $61,320 |
| 12. New York | $61,040 |
| 13. Oregon | $60,980 |
| 14. New Jersey | $60,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a payroll and timekeeping clerk make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $29.48 ($61,320 a year).
Do payroll and timekeeping clerks make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $61,320 against $58,260 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for payroll and timekeeping clerk pay?
Minnesota ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays payroll and timekeeping clerks the most?
Rochester, MN, with a median of $63,550 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.