What are the main factors that influence a Data Processing Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Data Processing Specialist's salary?

A Data Processing Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $46,347 for beginners, reaching about $48,205 at mid-level, and approach $48,675 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Processing Specialist?

Data Processing Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Processing Specialist roles are District of Columbia $50,866, California $50,673, Massachusetts $49,998. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Processing Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Data Processing Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Data Processing Manager: $131,490; Data Processing Supervisor: $83,850; Back-End Data Processing Specialist IV: $62,100; Data Processing Specialist IV: $62,020; Back-End Data Processing Specialist III: $53,800.

Data Processing Specialist Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Data Processing Specialist make in Hawaii?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Processing Specialist in Hawaii is $48,018 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,928
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,035 to $54,776
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,409

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Data Processing Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,776	$4,565	$1,053	$26
Average	$48,018	$4,001	$923	$23
25th Percentile	$44,035	$3,670	$847	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Data Processing Specialist Salaries

A Data Processing 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Data Processing Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Processing 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): $46,347
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,267
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,205
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,487
Expert (over 8 years): $48,675

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Processing Specialist	$46,347
Intermediate Level Data Processing Specialist	$47,267
Senior Level Data Processing Specialist	$48,205
Specialist Level Data Processing Specialist	$48,487
Expert Level Data Processing Specialist	$48,675

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How Do Data Processing 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 Data Processing Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,866.
California: $50,673.
Massachusetts: $49,998.

District of Columbia $50,866 California $50,673 Massachusetts $49,998 Washington $49,814 New Jersey $49,795 Alaska $49,731 Connecticut $49,097 New York $48,840

Hawaii $48,018 Rhode Island $47,632 Maryland $47,370 Minnesota $47,011 Colorado $46,874 Illinois $46,828 Oregon $46,653 Delaware $46,524

New Hampshire $46,444 Virginia $46,263 Pennsylvania $45,734 Nevada $45,468 North Dakota $45,381 Michigan $45,243 Wisconsin $45,192 Vermont $45,091

Texas $44,811 Maine $44,792 Arizona $44,765 Ohio $44,733 Georgia $44,310 Indiana $44,099 Wyoming $44,057 Utah $43,993

Iowa $43,966 Kansas $43,745 Louisiana $43,681 North Carolina $43,658 Missouri $43,649 Florida $43,469 Montana $43,373 Nebraska $43,281

Kentucky $43,230 South Carolina $43,047 Tennessee $42,932 Idaho $42,886 New Mexico $42,551 Oklahoma $42,477 Alabama $42,206 South Dakota $41,751

Arkansas $41,503 West Virginia $41,370 Mississippi $40,970

Top Paying Cities for Data Processing 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:

Aiea: $47,774
Anahola: $47,452
Captain Cook: $47,452

Aiea, HI $47,774 Anahola, HI $47,452 Captain Cook, HI $47,452 Eleele, HI $47,452 Ewa Beach, HI $47,774 Kapolei, HI $47,668 Haiku, HI $47,452 Hakalau, HI $47,452

Haleiwa, HI $47,452 Hana, HI $47,452 Hanalei, HI $47,452 Hanamaulu, HI $47,452 Hanapepe, HI $47,452 Hauula, HI $47,558 Hawaii National Park, HI $47,452 Hawi, HI $47,452

Hilo, HI $47,452 Princeville, HI $47,452 Holualoa, HI $47,452 Honaunau, HI $47,452 Honokaa, HI $47,452 Honomu, HI $47,452 Hoolehua, HI $47,452 Kaaawa, HI $47,645

Kahuku, HI $47,452 Kahului, HI $47,452 Kailua, HI $47,774 Ocean View, HI $47,452 Waikoloa, HI $47,452 Keauhou, HI $47,452 Kailua Kona, HI $47,452 Kalaheo, HI $47,452

Kalaupapa, HI $47,452 Kamuela, HI $47,452 Kaneohe, HI $47,774 Kapaa, HI $47,452 Kaumakani, HI $47,452 Kaunakakai, HI $47,452 Keaau, HI $47,452 Kealakekua, HI $47,452

Kealia, HI $47,452 Kekaha, HI $47,452 Kihei, HI $47,452 Kilauea, HI $47,452 Kapaau, HI $47,452 Koloa, HI $47,452 Kualapuu, HI $47,452 Kunia, HI $47,622

Kurtistown, HI $47,452 Lahaina, HI $47,452 Laie, HI $47,494 Lanai City, HI $47,452 Laupahoehoe, HI $47,452 Lawai, HI $47,452 Lihue, HI $47,452 Makawao, HI $47,452

Makaweli, HI $47,452 Maunaloa, HI $47,452 Mountain View, HI $47,452 Naalehu, HI $47,452 Ninole, HI $47,452 Ookala, HI $47,452 Paauilo, HI $47,452 Pahala, HI $47,452

Pahoa, HI $47,452 Paia, HI $47,452 Papaaloa, HI $47,452 Papaikou, HI $47,452 Pearl City, HI $47,774 Pepeekeo, HI $47,452 Puunene, HI $47,452 Volcano, HI $47,452

Wahiawa, HI $47,622 Pukalani, HI $47,452 Mililani, HI $47,687 Kula, HI $47,452 Waialua, HI $47,452 Waianae, HI $47,494 Wailuku, HI $47,452 Waimanalo, HI $47,774

Waimea, HI $47,452 Waipahu, HI $47,751 Honolulu, HI $47,774 J B P H H, HI $47,774 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $47,645 Schofield Barracks, HI $47,604 Fort Shafter, HI $47,774 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $47,774

Camp H M Smith, HI $47,774 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $47,751 Wake Island, HI $47,774

Data Processing Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Processing 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 January 01, 2026

$44,035

Average $48,018/year

$54,776

$3,670

Average $4,001/month

$4,565

$847

Average $923/week

$1,053

$21

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,776	$4,565	$1,053	$26
Average	$48,018	$4,001	$923	$23
25th Percentile	$44,035	$3,670	$847	$21

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