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San Francisco Payroll Service Pricing

Payroll pricing decoded — no hidden-fee surprises — serving clients in San Francisco, CA. San Francisco CPAs serve startups, venture-backed companies, and complex equity-comp clients.

Base fees: $30–$150/month plus $4–$12 per employee per month
Full-service providers (ADP, Paychex) typically $50–$200/month base
Add-ons: benefits, time tracking, workers' comp, and multi-state compliance

About San Francisco

Payroll Service Pricing in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco CPAs serve startups, venture-backed companies, and complex equity-comp clients.

San Francisco is home to a growing community of accounting professionals who serve businesses, families, and high-net-worth individuals across the region. Whether you're looking for tax preparation, monthly bookkeeping, or strategic CFO-level guidance, the right payroll pricing in San Francisco can save you time, reduce risk, and uncover opportunities most owners miss.

Understand payroll service pricing models, per-employee-per-month fees, and total cost of ownership for outsourced payroll providers.

California tax climate

The local tax environment

State tax overview

California has the country's highest top marginal personal income tax rate at 13.3%, an 8.84% corporate income tax, and an $800 annual minimum franchise tax on most entities. The state aggressively asserts residency and nexus, making multi-state and remote-work tax planning a recurring engagement.

Tax rates and rules change frequently. Verify current figures with a licensed professional before acting.

What this means for you

  • A local payroll pricing understands California-specific filing requirements.
  • Multi-state nexus and remote-worker rules vary — ask about your exposure.
  • Entity election and pass-through tax options are state-specific.

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Real estate
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FAQ

Payroll Service Pricing in San Francisco

How much does payroll service cost per employee?

Most providers charge a base monthly fee of $30–$150 plus $4–$12 per employee per month. A 10-employee company typically pays $70–$250/month total.

What's included in payroll service pricing?

Core payroll runs, direct deposit, tax filing and remittance (federal, state, local), W-2 and 1099 generation, and basic employee self-service portal. Benefits admin and time tracking are usually add-ons.

Is it cheaper to do payroll in-house?

Rarely. DIY payroll software saves provider fees but requires your time, carries penalty risk for missed filings, and doesn't include compliance support. Most small businesses save money outsourcing.

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