Data Control Clerk Salary in the United States

How much does a Data Control Clerk make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Control Clerk in the United States is $51,695 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,784
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,033 to $59,593
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,789
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Data Control Clerk Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $59,593 $4,966 $1,146 $29
Average $51,695 $4,308 $994 $25
25th Percentile $47,033 $3,919 $904 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Data Control Clerk Salaries

A Data Control Clerk'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Data Control Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Control Clerk'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): $45,522
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,272
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,827
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,641
  • Expert (over 8 years): $114,834
Levels Salary
Data Cont... Level Data Control Clerk$45,522
Data Cont... Level Data Control Clerk$50,272
Data Cont... Level Data Control Clerk$56,827
Data Cont... Level Data Control Clerk$87,641
Data Gove... Level Data Control Clerk$114,834
$45,522 0 yr
$50,272 < 2 yrs
$56,827 2-4 yrs
$87,641 5-8 yrs
$114,834 > 8 yrs
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How Do Data Control Clerk 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 Control Clerks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $57,236.
  • California: $57,019.
  • Massachusetts: $56,259.

Top Paying Cities for Data Control Clerks

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:

  • San Jose: $65,202
  • San Francisco: $64,561
  • Oakland: $63,129

What Skills Can Increase a Data Control Clerk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.52% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Microsoft Excel (Mentioned in 2.98% Job Postings): Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation or computation capabilities, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming language called Visual Basic for Applications.
  • ERP Systems (Mentioned in 1.77% Job Postings): Leveraging advanced tools and software systems to automate and manage core business functions cost-effectively to maximize performance.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.52%
Microsoft Excel 2.98%
ERP Systems 1.77%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Data Control Clerk's salary.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Problem Solving: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Data Collection: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Written Communication
 $54,279
5%
Problem Solving
 $53,762
4%
Data Collection
 $52,728
2%
Commitment
 $52,211
1%
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How Education impacts a Data Control Clerk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Data Control Clerks enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Data Control Clerk with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $49,599 and $53,715).

Data Control Clerk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Data Control Clerk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.6%
High School 42.3%
Associates 10.3%
Bachelors 39.7%
Masters 5.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Data Control Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Control Clerk'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.

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$47,033
Average $51,695/year
$59,593
$3,919
Average $4,308/month
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$904
Average $994/week
$1,146
$23
Average $25/hour
$29
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $59,593 $4,966 $1,146 $29
Average $51,695 $4,308 $994 $25
25th Percentile $47,033 $3,919 $904 $23

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Salary Trends for Data Control Clerk

Salaries for a Data Control Clerk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,603 in 2023 to around $57,005 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Control Clerk salary trends, .

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