Data Entry Agent Salary in the United States

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Entry Agent in the United States is $43,049 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,336
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,516 to $48,957
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,298
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Data Entry Agent Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $48,957 $4,080 $941 $24
Average $43,049 $3,587 $828 $21
25th Percentile $39,516 $3,293 $760 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Data Entry Agent Salaries

A Data Entry Agent'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 Do Data Entry Agent 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 Entry Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $47,664.
  • California: $47,483.
  • Massachusetts: $46,851.

Top Paying Cities for Data Entry Agents

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: $54,298
  • San Francisco: $53,704
  • Oakland: $52,572

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.72% 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 2.3% 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.
  • Computer Hardware (Mentioned in 1.04% Job Postings): Maintaining, configuring, and setting up computer hardware to increase business efficiency and staff productivity.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.72%
PowerPoint 2.3%
Computer Hardware 1.04%
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 Agent's salary.
  • Sales and Marketing: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Relationship Management: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales and Marketing
$52,520
22%
Relationship Management
$49,937
16%
Insight
$47,354
10%
Analysis
$46,493
8%
Database Management
$46,063
7%
Leadership
$45,632
6%
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How Education impacts a Data Entry Agent's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Data Entry Agents 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 Agent with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $42,353 and $45,261).

Data Entry Agent Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Data Entry Agent
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 44.0%
Associates 20.0%
Bachelors 32.0%
Masters 2.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Data Entry Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Entry Agent'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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Data Entry Agent

Salaries for a Data Entry Agent can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,886 in 2023 to around $56,296 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Entry Agent salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Data Entry Agent Over Time

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2023
$56,886
2024
$56,943
2025
$56,296
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2024 $56,943
2025 $56,296
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