What is the average hourly wage for Data Entry Keyers?

The median hourly wage for Data Entry Keyers is $17.20 per hour. This translates to approximately $35,780 per year working full-time.

What states pay Data Entry Keyers the most?

Salaries for Data Entry Keyers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a data entry keyer?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Data Entry Keyers Salary

Name: Data Entry Keyers Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$35,780

$17.20 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$18,963 - $61,542

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

225,050

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Data Entry Keyers Salary by Percentile

$18,963 $61,542

10th pct Median: $35,780 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$18,963	$9.12
25th Percentile	$25,762	$12.39
50th (Median)	$35,780	$17.20
75th Percentile	$49,376	$23.74
90th (Top Earners)	$61,542	$29.59
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Data Entry Keyers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$47,230	$22.71
2	California (CA)	$44,725	$21.50
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$43,652	$20.99
4	New York (NY)	$43,652	$20.99
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$42,936	$20.64
6	Connecticut (CT)	$42,220	$20.30
7	Maryland (MD)	$42,220	$20.30
8	Hawaii (HI)	$41,147	$19.78
9	Alaska (AK)	$40,074	$19.27
10	Washington (WA)	$40,074	$19.27
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Data Entry Keyers

Data Entry Keyers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Data Entry Keyers

Projected Growth

-2%

2022-2032

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Annual Job Openings

1,619,300

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Data Entry Keyers make?

The median annual salary for Data Entry Keyers is $35,780 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $18,963, while the top 10% earn $61,542 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Data Entry Keyers?

Data Entry Keyers earn a median hourly wage of $17.20 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $35,780 annually.

Is Data Entry Keyers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $35,780, Data Entry Keyers represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Data Entry Keyers need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.