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

A Data Entry Operator's salary grows with experience: a Data Entry Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $40,081, a Data Entry Operator (1-3 years)earns $44,526, a Data Entry Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $49,677, a Data Entry Supervisor (5+ years)earns $60,894,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Entry Operator?

Data Entry Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Entry Operator roles are District of Columbia $47,890, California $47,709, Massachusetts $47,073. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Entry Operator level roles vary by specialization: Operator, Entry: $71,389; Data Entry Operator - Senior: $48,700; Data Entry Clerk III: $48,695; Administrative Data Entry Operator: $45,084; Data Entry Operator - Experienced: $43,650.

Data Entry Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Entry Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Entry Operator in Delaware is $43,902 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,713
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,914 to $49,561
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,283

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Data Entry Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,561	$4,130	$953	$24
Average	$43,902	$3,659	$844	$21
25th Percentile	$39,914	$3,326	$768	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Data Entry Operator Salaries

A Data Entry Operator'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 Do Data Entry Operator 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 Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,890.
California: $47,709.
Massachusetts: $47,073.

District of Columbia $47,890 California $47,709 Massachusetts $47,073 Washington $46,900 New Jersey $46,883 Alaska $46,822 Connecticut $46,225 New York $45,983

Hawaii $45,209 Rhode Island $44,845 Maryland $44,599 Minnesota $44,261 Colorado $44,132 Illinois $44,088 Oregon $43,924 Delaware $43,803

New Hampshire $43,727 Virginia $43,556 Pennsylvania $43,059 Nevada $42,808 North Dakota $42,726 Michigan $42,596 Wisconsin $42,549 Vermont $42,453

Texas $42,190 Maine $42,172 Arizona $42,146 Ohio $42,116 Georgia $41,718 Indiana $41,519 Wyoming $41,480 Utah $41,420

Iowa $41,394 Kansas $41,186 Louisiana $41,126 North Carolina $41,104 Missouri $41,095 Florida $40,927 Montana $40,836 Nebraska $40,749

Kentucky $40,702 South Carolina $40,529 Tennessee $40,421 Idaho $40,377 New Mexico $40,062 Oklahoma $39,992 Alabama $39,737 South Dakota $39,309

Arkansas $39,075 West Virginia $38,950 Mississippi $38,574

Top Paying Cities for Data Entry Operators

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: $45,334
Little Creek: $44,915
Magnolia: $45,101

Lincoln, DE $45,334 Little Creek, DE $44,915 Magnolia, DE $45,101 Milford, DE $45,334 Marydel, DE $44,746 Millsboro, DE $45,334 Millville, DE $45,637 Milton, DE $45,334

Nassau, DE $45,334 Ocean View, DE $45,637 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,637 Seaford, DE $44,858 Selbyville, DE $45,637 Smyrna, DE $44,694 Viola, DE $45,101 Woodside, DE $44,971

Bear, DE $44,365 Newark, DE $44,383 Claymont, DE $44,417 Delaware City, DE $44,383 Hockessin, DE $44,417 Kirkwood, DE $44,383 Middletown, DE $44,603 Montchanin, DE $44,417

New Castle, DE $44,417 Odessa, DE $44,664 Port Penn, DE $44,261 Rockland, DE $44,417 Saint Georges, DE $44,383 Townsend, DE $44,599 Winterthur, DE $44,417 Lewes, DE $45,334

Wilmington, DE $44,417 Dover, DE $44,893 Dover Afb, DE $44,997 Bethany Beach, DE $45,637 Bethel, DE $44,858 Bridgeville, DE $45,334 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,941 Cheswold, DE $44,789

Clayton, DE $44,677 Dagsboro, DE $45,637 Delmar, DE $44,858 Ellendale, DE $45,334 Felton, DE $45,334 Fenwick Island, DE $45,637 Frankford, DE $45,637 Frederica, DE $45,334

Georgetown, DE $45,334 Greenwood, DE $45,334 Harbeson, DE $45,334 Harrington, DE $45,334 Hartly, DE $44,655 Houston, DE $45,334 Kenton, DE $44,677 Laurel, DE $44,858

Yorklyn, DE $44,417

Data Entry Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Entry Operator'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

$39,914

Average $43,902/year

$49,561

$3,326

Average $3,659/month

$4,130

$768

Average $844/week

$953

$19

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,561	$4,130	$953	$24
Average	$43,902	$3,659	$844	$21
25th Percentile	$39,914	$3,326	$768	$19

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