What is a Pay Frequency?
A pay frequency defines how often employees are paid. Common options include weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly. Employers must follow state-specific laws regarding how often and how quickly employees must be paid.
Salaris Payroll calculates tax withholdings based on the selected pay frequency.
Supported Frequencies
The following pay frequencies are supported by Salaris Payroll:
Frequency | Description | Pay Periods per Year |
Weekly | Employees are paid every week | 52 |
Bi-weekly | Employees are paid every two weeks | 26 |
Semi-monthly | Employees receive payment twice per month | 24 |
Monthly | Employees receive payment once per month | 12 |
Quarterly | Employees receive payment once per quarter | 4 |
Annual | Employees receive payment once per year | 1 |
Setup Details
A company can have one or more payroll frequencies. For example, some employees can be paid weekly, and others can be paid bi-weekly.
Pay frequency is defined during initial setup and used for all payrolls.
Employers cannot update their company’s pay frequency, or add new pay frequencies, directly in the UI. Please contact Support if this is required.
State Rules
Each state has its own rules around:
How often employees must be paid
How soon payment must be issued after a pay period ends
Final paycheck timing after termination
Note: Salaris Payroll calculates withholdings accurately, but employers are responsible for complying with local payment timing requirements.
Need help?
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Salaris Payroll Support. We’re here to help.