Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for payroll and timekeeping clerks is $26.40 an hour ($54,900 a year). About 910 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($58,260). Nebraska ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for payroll and timekeeping clerks in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.83 | $43,320 |
| 25% of workers | $23.18 | $48,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.40 | $54,900 |
| 75% of workers | $30.53 | $63,500 |
| 90% of workers | $35.75 | $74,360 |
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | $60,280 | 140 |
| Grand Island | $59,620 | 40 |
| Omaha | $56,870 | 460 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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 Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $47,110 |
| Tellers | $38,140 |
| Billing and Posting Clerks | $47,410 |
| Procurement Clerks | $47,950 |
| Bill and Account Collectors | $43,210 |
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