Salary Breakdown
Data Entry Keyers
Average
$34,030
ANNUAL
$16.36
HOURLY
Entry Level
$23,450
ANNUAL
$11.27
HOURLY
Mid Level
$30,130
ANNUAL
$14.48
HOURLY
Expert Level
$46,970
ANNUAL
$22.58
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Data Entry Keyers
2,070
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Data Entry Keyers
Supporting Programs
Data Entry Keyers
Top Expected Tasks
Data Entry Keyers
01
Locate and correct data entry errors, or report them to supervisors.
02
Compile, sort, and verify the accuracy of data before it is entered.
03
Compare data with source documents, or re-enter data in verification format to detect errors.
04
Store completed documents in appropriate locations.
05
Select materials needed to complete work assignments.
06
Read source documents such as canceled checks, sales reports, or bills, and enter data in specific data fields or onto tapes or disks for subsequent entry, using keyboards or scanners.
07
Maintain logs of activities and completed work.
08
Load machines with required input or output media, such as paper, cards, disks, tape, or Braille media.
09
Resolve garbled or indecipherable messages, using cryptographic procedures and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Data Entry Keyers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Law and Government
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Time Management
SKILL
Writing
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Finger Dexterity
ABILITY
Information Ordering
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
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