Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for payroll and timekeeping clerks is $21.72 an hour ($45,170 a year). About 1,330 people work in this job there.
That is 22% lower than the U.S. median ($58,260). Mississippi ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for payroll and timekeeping clerks in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.69 | $30,560 |
| 25% of workers | $17.36 | $36,100 |
| Half of workers (median) | $21.72 | $45,170 |
| 75% of workers | $27.33 | $56,840 |
| 90% of workers | $32.18 | $66,930 |
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson | $46,600 | 280 |
| Hattiesburg | $46,510 | 60 |
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $46,230 | 190 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for payroll and timekeeping clerks
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -15.9% over ten years, declining · about 11,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $42,840 |
| Tellers | $36,810 |
| Billing and Posting Clerks | $41,190 |
| Bill and Account Collectors | $37,680 |
| Procurement Clerks | $46,270 |
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