$66,139
Low
Average Salary
$74,246
$81,084
High
Average hourly rate $35.70
Average weekly pay $1,428
Average monthly pay $6,187
Salaries for a Payroll Specialist in San Jose, CA are 40% higher than the national average ($53,033). Our salary data represents the current average and range for jobs in both the public and private sectors. Compensation will vary by industry, company size, and niche. Salaries do not include additional compensation, such as commissions or bonuses.
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