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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Data Entry?

Data Entry salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Entry roles are District of Columbia $38,574, California $38,427, Massachusetts $37,915. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Entry roles make?

Salaries for Data Entry level roles vary by specialization: Entry Data Architect: $81,290; Entry Data Analyst: $73,501; Data Entry Administrator: $72,282; Supervisor Data Entry: $59,683; Data Entry Specialist: $49,001.

Data Entry Salary, Hourly Rate (January 01, 2026) in the United States

Data Entry Salary in the United States

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Entry in the United States is $34,839 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,873
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,617 to $42,708
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $22,951

Data Entry Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Entry'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

$28,617

Average $34,839/year

$42,708

$2,385

Average $2,903/month

$3,559

$550

Average $670/week

$821

$14

Average $17/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,708	$3,559	$821	$21
Average	$34,839	$2,903	$670	$17
25th Percentile	$28,617	$2,385	$550	$14

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,708	$3,559	$821	$21
Average	$34,839	$2,903	$670	$17
25th Percentile	$28,617	$2,385	$550	$14