Paylocity
Modern HR and payroll software for today's workforce
Founded
1997
Starting Price
Custom
Category
HR & Recruiting
Last updated April 29, 2026
About Paylocity
Paylocity is a cloud-based HR and payroll platform that combines payroll processing, benefits administration, time and attendance, talent management, and employee engagement in one unified system. Designed for mid-market companies, it offers a modern interface, mobile-first experience, and AI-assisted workflows to simplify people operations.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Intuitive, modern interface that's easy for employees and admins to navigate
- Fast, responsive customer support with quick response times
- Comprehensive all-in-one HCM suite covering payroll, benefits, time, and talent
- Robust custom reporting that adapts to specific business needs
- Strong mobile app for on-the-go employee self-service
Key Features
Payroll & Tax
Automated payroll processing, tax filing, compliance reporting, and employee self-service for accurate, on-time pay.
Benefits Administration
Manage open enrollment, carrier connections, and ongoing benefits changes with employee-facing decision tools.
Time & Attendance
Track hours, schedules, and PTO with mobile clock-in, geofencing, and integrations to payroll.
Talent Management
Recruiting, onboarding, performance reviews, compensation planning, and learning in a connected suite.
Employee Self-Service
Mobile app and portal where staff view paystubs, request time off, and update personal information.
Compliance Dashboard
Visualize data completeness and key compliance items in one centralized interface.
AI Assistant
Built-in AI helps HR teams streamline workflows, surface insights, and answer employee questions faster.
Pricing
Core Payroll & HR
Custom/user/month
- Payroll processing and tax filing
- Compliance reporting
- Employee self-service portal
- Basic reporting
- Mobile app access
Best For
Mid-Market Payroll Modernization
Companies with 50-750 employees replacing legacy payroll systems with a modern, mobile-first HCM platform.
Multi-Location Workforce Management
Construction, hospitality, and retail businesses tracking job costing, shift scheduling, and labor across sites.
Talent & Performance Programs
HR teams running structured recruiting, onboarding, performance reviews, and compensation cycles in one system.
Employee Engagement & Communication
Organizations building a connected culture with internal social tools, recognition, and pulse surveys.
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