Data Entry Specialist Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Entry Specialist in the United States is $49,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,603
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,783 to $55,073
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,034
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Data Entry Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $55,073 $4,589 $1,059 $26
Average $49,000 $4,083 $942 $24
25th Percentile $43,783 $3,649 $842 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Data Entry Specialist Salaries

A 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.

Top Paying Cities for 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: $61,803
  • San Francisco: $61,127
  • Oakland: $59,838

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.6% 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.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 2.16% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 1% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.6%
PowerPoint 2.16%
Accounting 1%
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 Data Entry Specialist's salary.
  • Data Structure: Can increase your salary by up to 33%.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Microsoft Outlook: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Structure
$65,169
33%
Sales and Marketing
$55,860
14%
Microsoft Outlook
$53,900
10%
Verbal Communication
$53,410
9%
Relationship Management
$53,410
9%
Data Quality
$53,410
9%
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Data Entry Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Entry Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Data Entry Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Entry Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Entry Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$63,699$31.030%
Internet$61,250$29.025%
Energy & Utilities$56,350$27.015%
Aerospace & Defense$53,900$26.010%
Healthcare$53,900$26.010%

How Education impacts a Data Entry Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many 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 Data Entry Specialist with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $48,826 and $52,368).

Data Entry Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Data Entry Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 46.7%
Associates 25.1%
Bachelors 25.6%
Masters 0.9%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Data Entry Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 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 Data Entry Specialist

Salaries for a Data Entry Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $61,173 in 2023 to around $61,265 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Entry Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Data Entry Specialist Over Time

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$61,173
2024
$61,681
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2024 $61,681
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  • Blue Star Partners, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Blue Star Partners, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Title: Data Entry OperatorLocation: Columbus, OHWork Arrangement: Hybrid (Tue-Thu onsite, Mon & Fri remote)Duration: 1-year Contract (with possible ext... more

    4 Days Ago

  • RV Mobile Power, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    RV Mobile Power, LLC | Columbus, OH

    About the Role:RVMP is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Data Entry & Filing Clerk to support our operations team.This role is responsible for maintai... more

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  • Blue Star Partners LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Blue Star Partners LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Title. Data Entry Operator. Location. Columbus, OH. Work Arrangement. Hybrid (Tue-Thu onsite, Mon & Fri remote). Dura... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Evolution Research Group

    Columbus, OH

    Evolution Research Group | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Title: Data Entry Coordinator/Clerk. Location. About Company. Who is ERG. ERG is a leading U.S. based, privately held, in... more

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  • BeloForm Craft

    Columbus, OH

    BeloForm Craft | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Job Description. BeloForm Craft is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Data Entry Clerk to join o... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Synchro Speak

    Columbus, OH

    Synchro Speak | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Synchro Speak. is a professional communication consulting firm dedicated to enhancing organizational effecti... more

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FAQ about Data Entry Specialist

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

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Entry Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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