Data Entry Keyers Salary (2025)
Based on 127,080 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $31,200 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $35,760 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $41,340 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $48,410 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $58,790 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$31K
25th
$36K
Median
$41K
75th
$48K
90th
$59K
Highest Paying States for Data Entry Keyers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $58,250 |
| Washington | $50,230 |
| Maine | $49,260 |
| California | $48,820 |
| Utah | $48,360 |
| Alaska | $47,850 |
| New Mexico | $47,740 |
| Rhode Island | $47,630 |
| Minnesota | $47,570 |
| Massachusetts | $46,880 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Data Entry Keyers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $58,250 per year, while Massachusetts has an average of $46,880 — a difference of $11,370. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Data Entry Keyers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 127,080 workers were employed as Data Entry Keyerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Office and Administrative Support Occupations. The annual mean wage of $43,310 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 43-9021