Data Entry Keyers

Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing.

SOC: 43-9021.00

Common Job Titles

Data Capture SpecialistData Entry ClerkData Entry OperatorData Transcriber
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Data Entry Keyers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

135,280

Wage Distribution by Percentile

MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$30,100
10% of workers earn the following or more$56,930
Workers on average earn$42,070

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • English Language4.8/5
  • Administrative4.6/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.6/5
  • Law and Government3.5/5
  • Public Safety and Security2.9/5
Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

Google DocsIntuit QuickBooksMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordSAP software

Technology Skills

Blackbaud The Raiser's EdgeData entry softwareDatabase softwareElectronic medical record EMR softwareFaceTimeFileMaker ProGoogle DriveHealthcare common procedure coding system HCPCS

Tools & Equipment

Computer data input scannersComputer inkjet printersComputer keyboardsLaser facsimile machinesMultiline telephone systemsPersonal computersPhoto composing perforators