Data Reporting Specialist Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Reporting Specialist in the United States is $110,687 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,998
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,473 to $122,889
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,995
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View as table View as graph 25% $102,473 10% $94,995 90% $133,998 75% $122,889 $110,687 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Data Reporting Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $122,889 $10,241 $2,363 $59
Average $110,687 $9,224 $2,129 $53
25th Percentile $102,473 $8,539 $1,971 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Data Reporting Specialist Salaries

A Data Reporting 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.

How Experience Level Affects Data Reporting Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Reporting 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): $79,563
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,561
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,258
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,319
  • Expert (over 8 years): $133,090
Levels Salary
Financial... Level Data Reporting Specialist$79,563
Financial... Level Data Reporting Specialist$95,561
Data Repo... Level Data Reporting Specialist$111,258
Financial... Level Data Reporting Specialist$120,319
Financial... Level Data Reporting Specialist$133,090
$79,563 0 yr
$95,561 < 2 yrs
$111,258 2-4 yrs
$120,319 5-8 yrs
$133,090 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Data Reporting 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: $139,610
  • San Francisco: $138,081
  • Oakland: $135,171

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.81% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • General Ledger (Mentioned in 2.43% Job Postings): Creating and keeping track of business transactions and activities to monitor financial operations.
  • Financial Accounting (Mentioned in 1.26% Job Postings): Financial accounting (or financial accountancy) is the field of accounting concerned with the summary, analysis and reporting of financial transactions related to a business. This involves the preparation of financial statements available for public use. Stockholders, suppliers, banks, employees, government agencies, business owners, and other stakeholders are examples of people interested in receiving such information for decision making purposes. Financial accountancy is governed by both local and international accounting standards. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is the standard framework of guidelines for financial accounting used in any given jurisdiction. It includes the standards, conventions and rules that accountants follow in recording and summarizing and in the preparation of financial statements. On the other hand, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is a set of passionable accounting standards stating how particular types of transactions and other events should be reported in financial statements. IFRS are issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). With IFRS becoming more widespread on the international scene, consistency in financial reporting has become more prevalent between global organizations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.81%
General Ledger 2.43%
Financial Accounting 1.26%
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 Reporting Specialist's salary.
  • Variance Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Teamwork: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Creativity: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Variance Analysis
$123,969
12%
Teamwork
$121,756
10%
Creativity
$120,649
9%
Finance and Accounting
$120,649
9%
Technical Accounting
$120,649
9%
Balance Sheet
$118,435
7%
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Data Reporting Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Reporting Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Data Reporting Specialist positions in Chemicals or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Reporting Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Reporting Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$166,030$80.050%
Aerospace & Defense$143,893$69.030%

How Education impacts a Data Reporting Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Data Reporting Specialists enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree 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 Reporting Specialist with a Bachelor's Degree is between $117,310 and $124,974).

Data Reporting Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Data Reporting Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 8.9%
High School 8.9%
Associates 5.1%
Bachelors 53.2%
Masters 32.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Data Reporting Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Reporting 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 Reporting Specialist

Salaries for a Data Reporting Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $117,830 in 2023 to around $112,714 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Reporting Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Data Reporting Specialist Over Time

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2023
$117,830
2024
$114,907
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$112,714
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2024 $114,907
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FAQ about Data Reporting Specialist

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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Reporting Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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