Career Profile Data Entry Keyers Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $32,700 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Data Entry Keyers operate data entry devices, such as keyboards or photo composing perforators. General Information Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing. Excludes Word Processors and Typists (43-9022). Training Funds Available This is a Rural Capital Area Target Occupation.Training and education opportunities are available with eligible providers throughout the state. Please contact us for more details. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Data Entry Keyers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 42 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 42 openings per year are projected for Data Entry Keyers. -1.1% Employment Change Employment for Data Entry Keyers is forecasted to decrease -1.1% between 2023 and 2028. $15.71 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $15.71/hour. Entry level workers are paid $11.85, while experienced workers are paid $18.39. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 343 Data Entry Keyers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 339. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Data Entry Keyers are Elementary and Secondary Schools, Computer Systems Design and Related Services, and Office Administrative Services. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Data Entry Keyers include English Language, Administrative, and Customer and Personal Service. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Data Entry Keyers is HS diploma or less. 11% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
