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

A Data Collector's salary grows with experience: a Data Steward I (0-2 years)earns $77,421, a Data Collector (2-4 years)earns $78,547, a Data Steward III (4-7 years)earns $94,976, a Data Steward IV (7+ years)earns $150,211, a Data Control Supervisor (7+ years)earns $97,894,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Collector?

Data Collector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Collector roles are District of Columbia $78,964, California $78,664, Massachusetts $77,616. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Collector roles make?

Salaries for Data Collector level roles vary by specialization: Retail Data Collector: $103,913; Field Data Collector: $70,135; TSA On Call Data Collector: $54,970; Debt Collector: $50,584; Collector III: $48,700.

Data Collector Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Data Collector make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Collector in District of Columbia is $79,378 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,104
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,990 to $89,180
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,265

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Data Collector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,180	$7,432	$1,715	$43
Average	$79,378	$6,615	$1,526	$38
25th Percentile	$71,990	$5,999	$1,384	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Data Collector Salaries

A Data Collector'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 Collector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Collector'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,421
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,547
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,976
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,211
Expert (over 8 years): $97,894

Levels	Salary
Data Stew... Level Data Collector	$77,421
Data Coll... Level Data Collector	$78,547
Data Stew... Level Data Collector	$94,976
Data Stew... Level Data Collector	$150,211
Data Cont... Level Data Collector	$97,894

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How Do Data Collector 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 Collectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,964.
California: $78,664.
Massachusetts: $77,616.

District of Columbia $78,964 California $78,664 Massachusetts $77,616 Washington $77,331 New Jersey $77,302 Alaska $77,202 Connecticut $76,218 New York $75,819

Hawaii $74,542 Rhode Island $73,943 Maryland $73,537 Minnesota $72,980 Colorado $72,766 Illinois $72,695 Oregon $72,424 Delaware $72,224

New Hampshire $72,099 Virginia $71,818 Pennsylvania $70,998 Nevada $70,584 North Dakota $70,449 Michigan $70,235 Wisconsin $70,156 Vermont $69,999

Texas $69,564 Maine $69,536 Arizona $69,493 Ohio $69,443 Georgia $68,787 Indiana $68,459 Wyoming $68,395 Utah $68,295

Iowa $68,252 Kansas $67,910 Louisiana $67,810 North Carolina $67,774 Missouri $67,760 Florida $67,482 Montana $67,332 Nebraska $67,189

Kentucky $67,111 South Carolina $66,826 Tennessee $66,647 Idaho $66,576 New Mexico $66,055 Oklahoma $65,941 Alabama $65,520 South Dakota $64,814

Arkansas $64,429 West Virginia $64,222 Mississippi $63,602

Top Paying Cities for Data Collectors

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:

Parcel Return Service: $78,964
Washington: $78,964
Naval Anacost Annex: $78,964

Parcel Return Service, DC $78,964 Washington, DC $78,964 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $78,964 Washington Navy Yard, DC $78,964

Data Collector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Collector'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

$71,990

Average $79,378/year

$89,180

$5,999

Average $6,615/month

$7,432

$1,384

Average $1,526/week

$1,715

$35

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,180	$7,432	$1,715	$43
Average	$79,378	$6,615	$1,526	$38
25th Percentile	$71,990	$5,999	$1,384	$35

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