What are the main factors that influence a Data Entry Clerk I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Data Entry Clerk 's salary?

A Data Entry Clerk 's salary grows with experience: a Data Entry Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $39,877, a Data Entry Clerk II (1-3 years)earns $44,300, a Data Entry Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $49,425, a Data Entry Supervisor (5+ years)earns $60,585,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Entry Clerk I?

Data Entry Clerk I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Entry Clerk I roles are District of Columbia $43,500, California $43,335, Massachusetts $42,757. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Entry Clerk roles make?

Salaries for Data Entry Clerk level roles vary by specialization: Senior Data Entry Clerk: $48,713; Entry Data Control Clerk: $45,390; Data Control Clerk I: $45,318; HR Data Clerk I: $42,000; HR Operations Clerk I: $41,945.

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Data Entry Clerk I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Entry Clerk I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Entry Clerk I in Delaware is $39,877 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Data Entry Clerk I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,153
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,848 to $45,256
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,089

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Data Entry Clerk I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,256	$3,771	$870	$22
Average	$39,877	$3,323	$767	$19
25th Percentile	$36,848	$3,071	$709	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Data Entry Clerk I Salaries

A Data Entry Clerk I'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Data Entry Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Entry Clerk I'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:

Data Entry Clerk I (0-1 years): $39,877
Data Entry Clerk II (1-3 years): $44,300
Data Entry Clerk III (3-5 years): $49,425
Data Entry Supervisor (5+ years): $60,585

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Entry Clerk I	0-1 years	$39,877
Data Entry Clerk II	1-3 years	$44,300
Data Entry Clerk III	3-5 years	$49,425
Data Entry Supervisor	5+ years	$60,585

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How Do Data Entry Clerk I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Data Entry Clerk Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,500.
California: $43,335.
Massachusetts: $42,757.

District of Columbia $43,500 California $43,335 Massachusetts $42,757 Washington $42,600 New Jersey $42,584 Alaska $42,529 Connecticut $41,987 New York $41,767

Hawaii $41,064 Rhode Island $40,734 Maryland $40,510 Minnesota $40,203 Colorado $40,086 Illinois $40,046 Oregon $39,897 Delaware $39,787

New Hampshire $39,718 Virginia $39,563 Pennsylvania $39,111 Nevada $38,883 North Dakota $38,809 Michigan $38,691 Wisconsin $38,648 Vermont $38,561

Texas $38,322 Maine $38,306 Arizona $38,282 Ohio $38,255 Georgia $37,893 Indiana $37,713 Wyoming $37,677 Utah $37,622

Iowa $37,599 Kansas $37,410 Louisiana $37,355 North Carolina $37,335 Missouri $37,328 Florida $37,174 Montana $37,092 Nebraska $37,013

Kentucky $36,970 South Carolina $36,813 Tennessee $36,715 Idaho $36,675 New Mexico $36,389 Oklahoma $36,326 Alabama $36,094 South Dakota $35,705

Arkansas $35,493 West Virginia $35,379 Mississippi $35,037

Top Paying Cities for Data Entry Clerk Is

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:

Lincoln: $41,178
Little Creek: $40,797
Magnolia: $40,966

Lincoln, DE $41,178 Little Creek, DE $40,797 Magnolia, DE $40,966 Milford, DE $41,178 Marydel, DE $40,643 Millsboro, DE $41,178 Millville, DE $41,453 Milton, DE $41,178

Nassau, DE $41,178 Ocean View, DE $41,453 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,453 Seaford, DE $40,746 Selbyville, DE $41,453 Smyrna, DE $40,596 Viola, DE $40,966 Woodside, DE $40,848

Bear, DE $40,298 Newark, DE $40,313 Claymont, DE $40,345 Delaware City, DE $40,313 Hockessin, DE $40,345 Kirkwood, DE $40,313 Middletown, DE $40,514 Montchanin, DE $40,345

New Castle, DE $40,345 Odessa, DE $40,569 Port Penn, DE $40,203 Rockland, DE $40,345 Saint Georges, DE $40,313 Townsend, DE $40,510 Winterthur, DE $40,345 Lewes, DE $41,178

Wilmington, DE $40,345 Dover, DE $40,777 Dover Afb, DE $40,871 Bethany Beach, DE $41,453 Bethel, DE $40,746 Bridgeville, DE $41,178 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,820 Cheswold, DE $40,683

Clayton, DE $40,581 Dagsboro, DE $41,453 Delmar, DE $40,746 Ellendale, DE $41,178 Felton, DE $41,178 Fenwick Island, DE $41,453 Frankford, DE $41,453 Frederica, DE $41,178

Georgetown, DE $41,178 Greenwood, DE $41,178 Harbeson, DE $41,178 Harrington, DE $41,178 Hartly, DE $40,561 Houston, DE $41,178 Kenton, DE $40,581 Laurel, DE $40,746

Yorklyn, DE $40,345

Data Entry Clerk I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Entry Clerk I'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 May 18, 2021

$36,848

Average $39,877/year

$45,256

$3,071

Average $3,323/month

$3,771

$709

Average $767/week

$870

$18

Average $19/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,256	$3,771	$870	$22
Average	$39,877	$3,323	$767	$19
25th Percentile	$36,848	$3,071	$709	$18

Data Entry Clerk I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Data Entry Clerk I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Data Entry Clerk I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Data Control Clerk II	$50,798	27%
Data Entry Clerk II	$44,300	11%
Transaction Processing Assistant II	$48,719	22%

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