Data Entry Keyers
Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing.
SOC: 43-9021.00
Common Job Titles
- Data Capture Specialist
- Data Entry Clerk
- Data Entry Operator
- Data Transcriber
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Data Entry Keyers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
135,280
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $30,100. 25th percentile: U.S. $34,900. 50th percentile: U.S. $39,850. 75th percentile: U.S. $47,260. 90th percentile: U.S. $56,930. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $30,100 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $56,930 |
| Workers on average earn | $42,070 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- English Language4.8/5
- Administrative4.6/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.6/5
- Law and Government3.5/5
- Public Safety and Security2.9/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Google Docs
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
Technology Skills
- Blackbaud The Raiser's Edge
- Data entry software
- Database software
- Electronic medical record EMR software
- FaceTime
- FileMaker Pro
- Google Drive
- Healthcare common procedure coding system HCPCS
Tools & Equipment
- Computer data input scanners
- Computer inkjet printers
- Computer keyboards
- Laser facsimile machines
- Multiline telephone systems
- Personal computers
- Photo composing perforators