In Michigan, most payroll service projects cost between $300 and $3,000 per year, with a typical price near $1,000. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical payroll service cost
$300 – $3,000
per year · typical $1,000
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Payroll service cost breakdown
- DIY payroll software$200 – $600typical $400
- Full-service payroll$500 – $1,500typical $900
- Enterprise with HR$1,500 – $3,000typical $2,000
At a glance
- Typical range$300 – $3,000
- Unitper year
- Cities covered33
What Payroll Services costs
Full-service payroll includes processing payroll, tax filing, and employee deposits. Costs range from $300–$3,000 per year depending on employee count and payroll frequency. Additional fees may apply for benefits administration or HR support.
By city in Michigan
- Ann Arbor
- Battle Creek
- Bay City
- Dearborn
- Dearborn Heights
- Detroit
- East Lansing
- Farmington Hills
- Flint
- Grand Rapids
- Holland
- Kalamazoo
- Kentwood
- Lansing
- Lincoln Park
- Livonia
- Muskegon
- Novi
- Pontiac
- Port Huron
- Portage
- Rochester Hills
- Royal Oak
- Saginaw
- South Lyon
- Southfield
- St. Clair Shores
- Sterling Heights
- Taylor
- Troy
- Warren
- Westland
- Wyoming
Frequently asked questions
How much does payroll service cost per employee?
Typically $2–$10 per employee per pay run, plus a base monthly fee of $20–$50. For 10 employees weekly, expect $300–$1,000 annually.
What affects the annual price?
Number of employees, payroll frequency (weekly vs monthly), and whether you need tax filing, direct deposit, or HR add-ons. More services raise cost.
How can I reduce payroll costs?
Choose a basic plan, opt for monthly payroll, and bundle services. Also, compare per-employee fees and negotiate annual contracts.