Key Data Operator Salary in the United States

How much does a Key Data Operator make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Key Data Operator in the United States is $38,589 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Key Data Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,414
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,730 to $42,685
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,305
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Key Data Operator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $42,685 $3,557 $821 $21
Average $38,589 $3,216 $742 $19
25th Percentile $33,730 $2,811 $649 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Key Data Operator Salaries

A Key Data Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Key Data Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Key Data Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $42,726.
  • California: $42,564.
  • Massachusetts: $41,997.

Top Paying Cities for Key Data Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $48,673
  • San Francisco: $48,140
  • Oakland: $47,125

What Skills Can Increase a Key Data Operator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.67% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 2.24% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Case Management (Mentioned in 1.3% Job Postings): Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.67%
Data Entry 2.24%
Case Management 1.3%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Key Data Operator's salary.
  • Marketing Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Case Management: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Marketing Communications
$42,834
11%
Case Management
$42,448
10%
Problem Solving
$41,676
8%
Written Communication
$41,676
8%
Innovation
$41,291
7%
Support Services
$40,519
5%
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Key Data Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Key Data Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Key Data Operator

Salaries for a Key Data Operator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $37,278 in 2023 to around $37,713 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Key Data Operator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Key Data Operator Over Time

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2023
$37,278
2024
$37,983
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$37,713
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2024 $37,983
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Continuum Medical Staffing | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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