What are the main factors that influence a Data Capture Operator'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 Capture Operator's salary?

A Data Capture Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,715 for beginners, reaching about $44,714 at mid-level, and approach $45,556 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Capture Operator?

Data Capture Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Capture Operator roles are District of Columbia $47,916, California $47,734, Massachusetts $47,098. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Capture Operator roles make?

Salaries for Data Capture Operator level roles vary by specialization: Lead Bid & Capture Specialist: $161,800; Lead Capture Management Analyst: $161,750; Lead Capture Specialist: $161,747; Senior Bid & Capture Specialist: $123,000; Senior Capture Management Analyst: $122,910.

Data Capture Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Capture Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Capture Operator in Delaware is $43,826 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,632
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,118 to $46,865
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,832

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Data Capture Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,865	$3,905	$901	$23
Average	$43,826	$3,652	$843	$21
25th Percentile	$39,118	$3,260	$752	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Data Capture Operator Salaries

A Data Capture 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 Experience Level Affects Data Capture Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Capture Operator'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): $42,715
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,695
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,714
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,322
Expert (over 8 years): $45,556

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Capture Operator	$42,715
Intermediate Level Data Capture Operator	$43,695
Senior Level Data Capture Operator	$44,714
Specialist Level Data Capture Operator	$45,322
Expert Level Data Capture Operator	$45,556

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

District of Columbia: $47,916.
California: $47,734.
Massachusetts: $47,098.

District of Columbia $47,916 California $47,734 Massachusetts $47,098 Washington $46,925 New Jersey $46,907 Alaska $46,847 Connecticut $46,250 New York $46,007

Hawaii $45,233 Rhode Island $44,869 Maryland $44,622 Minnesota $44,285 Colorado $44,155 Illinois $44,112 Oregon $43,947 Delaware $43,826

New Hampshire $43,750 Virginia $43,579 Pennsylvania $43,082 Nevada $42,831 North Dakota $42,749 Michigan $42,619 Wisconsin $42,571 Vermont $42,476

Texas $42,212 Maine $42,195 Arizona $42,169 Ohio $42,138 Georgia $41,740 Indiana $41,541 Wyoming $41,502 Utah $41,442

Iowa $41,416 Kansas $41,208 Louisiana $41,147 North Carolina $41,126 Missouri $41,117 Florida $40,948 Montana $40,857 Nebraska $40,771

Kentucky $40,723 South Carolina $40,550 Tennessee $40,442 Idaho $40,399 New Mexico $40,083 Oklahoma $40,013 Alabama $39,758 South Dakota $39,330

Arkansas $39,096 West Virginia $38,970 Mississippi $38,594

Top Paying Cities for Data Capture 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:

Lincoln: $45,358
Little Creek: $44,938
Magnolia: $45,124

Lincoln, DE $45,358 Little Creek, DE $44,938 Magnolia, DE $45,124 Milford, DE $45,358 Marydel, DE $44,770 Millsboro, DE $45,358 Millville, DE $45,661 Milton, DE $45,358

Nassau, DE $45,358 Ocean View, DE $45,661 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,661 Seaford, DE $44,882 Selbyville, DE $45,661 Smyrna, DE $44,718 Viola, DE $45,124 Woodside, DE $44,995

Bear, DE $44,389 Newark, DE $44,406 Claymont, DE $44,441 Delaware City, DE $44,406 Hockessin, DE $44,441 Kirkwood, DE $44,406 Middletown, DE $44,627 Montchanin, DE $44,441

New Castle, DE $44,441 Odessa, DE $44,687 Port Penn, DE $44,285 Rockland, DE $44,441 Saint Georges, DE $44,406 Townsend, DE $44,622 Winterthur, DE $44,441 Lewes, DE $45,358

Wilmington, DE $44,441 Dover, DE $44,917 Dover Afb, DE $45,021 Bethany Beach, DE $45,661 Bethel, DE $44,882 Bridgeville, DE $45,358 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,964 Cheswold, DE $44,813

Clayton, DE $44,700 Dagsboro, DE $45,661 Delmar, DE $44,882 Ellendale, DE $45,358 Felton, DE $45,358 Fenwick Island, DE $45,661 Frankford, DE $45,661 Frederica, DE $45,358

Georgetown, DE $45,358 Greenwood, DE $45,358 Harbeson, DE $45,358 Harrington, DE $45,358 Hartly, DE $44,679 Houston, DE $45,358 Kenton, DE $44,700 Laurel, DE $44,882

Yorklyn, DE $44,441

Data Capture Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Capture 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.

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$39,118

Average $43,826/year

$46,865

$3,260

Average $3,652/month

$3,905

$752

Average $843/week

$901

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,865	$3,905	$901	$23
Average	$43,826	$3,652	$843	$21
25th Percentile	$39,118	$3,260	$752	$19

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