Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Customer and Data Entry Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Customer and Data Entry Specialist in the United States is $38,446 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Customer and Data Entry Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,752
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,148 to $41,747
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,144
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Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,747 $3,479 $803 $20
Average $38,446 $3,204 $739 $18
25th Percentile $35,148 $2,929 $676 $17
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Key Factors That Influence Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salaries

A Customer and Data Entry Specialist'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Customer and Data Entry Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $38,204
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,097
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,462
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,389
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,237
Levels Salary
Customer ... Level Customer and Data Entry Specialist$38,204
Customer ... Level Customer and Data Entry Specialist$43,097
Customer ... Level Customer and Data Entry Specialist$50,462
Customer ... Level Customer and Data Entry Specialist$56,389
Customer ... Level Customer and Data Entry Specialist$63,237
$38,204 0 yr
$43,097 < 2 yrs
$50,462 2-4 yrs
$56,389 5-8 yrs
$63,237 > 8 yrs
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How Do Customer and Data Entry Specialist 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 Customer and Data Entry Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $42,568.
  • California: $42,406.
  • Massachusetts: $41,841.

Top Paying Cities for Customer and Data Entry Specialists

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: $48,492
  • San Francisco: $47,961
  • Oakland: $46,951

What Skills Can Increase a Customer and Data Entry Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 40.36% 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.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.68% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Customer Care (Mentioned in 1.06% Job Postings): Customer care is the process of building an emotional connection with your customers, whereas customer service is simply the advice or assistance your business provides them.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 40.36%
Microsoft Office 1.68%
Customer Care 1.06%
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 Customer and Data Entry Specialist's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Client Service: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Customer Relationship: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$44,213
15%
Client Service
$43,829
14%
Customer Relationship
$43,060
12%
Flexibility
$42,676
11%
Presentation
$42,291
10%
Empathy
$41,522
8%
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Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Customer and Data Entry Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Customer and Data Entry Specialist positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Customer and Data Entry Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Customer and Data Entry Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$45,367$22.018%
Energy & Utilities$44,213$21.015%
Financial Services$42,291$20.010%
Insurance$42,291$20.010%
Pharmaceuticals$42,291$20.010%

How Education impacts a Customer and Data Entry Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Customer and Data Entry Specialists enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Customer and Data Entry Specialist with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $36,297 and $38,556).

Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Customer and Data Entry Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.6%
High School 40.2%
Associates 15.2%
Bachelors 39.6%
Masters 3.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Customer and Data Entry Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Customer and Data Entry Specialist'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 Customer and Data Entry Specialist

Salaries for a Customer and Data Entry Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $34,317 in 2023 to around $33,422 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Customer and Data Entry Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Customer and Data Entry Specialist Over Time

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$34,317
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$33,731
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2024 $33,731
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FAQ about Customer and Data Entry Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Customer and Data Entry Specialist?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Customer and Data Entry Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

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