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

A Data Annotator's salary grows with experience: a Data Annotator (0-1 years)earns $46,329, a Transaction Processing Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $50,246, a Transaction Processing Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $56,265, a Transaction Processing Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $64,923, a Transaction Processing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $87,757,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Annotator?

Data Annotator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Annotator roles are District of Columbia $49,176, California $48,990, Massachusetts $48,337. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Annotator roles make?

Salaries for Data Annotator level roles vary by specialization: Data Developer: $170,762; Data Architect: $128,956; Data Engineer: $127,450; Data Modeler: $105,480; Data Analyst: $100,541.

Data Annotator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Annotator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Annotator in Rhode Island is $46,369 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,310
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,520 to $52,096
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,016

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Data Annotator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,096	$4,341	$1,002	$25
Average	$46,369	$3,864	$892	$22
25th Percentile	$42,520	$3,543	$818	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Data Annotator Salaries

A Data Annotator'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 Annotator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Annotator'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): $46,329
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,246
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,265
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,923
Expert (over 8 years): $87,757

Levels	Salary
Data Anno... Level Data Annotator	$46,329
Transacti... Level Data Annotator	$50,246
Transacti... Level Data Annotator	$56,265
Transacti... Level Data Annotator	$64,923
Transacti... Level Data Annotator	$87,757

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

District of Columbia: $49,176.
California: $48,990.
Massachusetts: $48,337.

District of Columbia $49,176 California $48,990 Massachusetts $48,337 Washington $48,159 New Jersey $48,141 Alaska $48,079 Connecticut $47,466 New York $47,217

Hawaii $46,422 Rhode Island $46,049 Maryland $45,796 Minnesota $45,450 Colorado $45,317 Illinois $45,272 Oregon $45,103 Delaware $44,979

New Hampshire $44,901 Virginia $44,726 Pennsylvania $44,215 Nevada $43,957 North Dakota $43,873 Michigan $43,740 Wisconsin $43,691 Vermont $43,593

Texas $43,322 Maine $43,305 Arizona $43,278 Ohio $43,247 Georgia $42,838 Indiana $42,634 Wyoming $42,594 Utah $42,532

Iowa $42,505 Kansas $42,292 Louisiana $42,230 North Carolina $42,207 Missouri $42,199 Florida $42,025 Montana $41,932 Nebraska $41,843

Kentucky $41,794 South Carolina $41,617 Tennessee $41,506 Idaho $41,461 New Mexico $41,137 Oklahoma $41,066 Alabama $40,804 South Dakota $40,364

Arkansas $40,124 West Virginia $39,996 Mississippi $39,609

Top Paying Cities for Data Annotators

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:

Adamsville: $46,804
Albion: $46,027
Ashaway: $46,982

Adamsville, RI $46,804 Albion, RI $46,027 Ashaway, RI $46,982 Barrington, RI $46,027 Block Island, RI $46,738 Bradford, RI $46,951 Bristol, RI $45,983 Carolina, RI $46,569

Charlestown, RI $46,618 Chepachet, RI $45,938 Clayville, RI $45,983 Coventry, RI $45,938 West Greenwich, RI $45,907 East Greenwich, RI $45,969 Exeter, RI $46,951 Fiskeville, RI $46,027

Forestdale, RI $45,983 Foster, RI $45,907 Glendale, RI $45,907 Greene, RI $46,422 Greenville, RI $46,027 Harmony, RI $46,014 Harrisville, RI $45,938 Hope, RI $46,027

Hope Valley, RI $46,982 Hopkinton, RI $46,995 Jamestown, RI $46,525 Kenyon, RI $46,938 Little Compton, RI $46,787 Manville, RI $46,027 Mapleville, RI $45,907 Newport, RI $46,533

Middletown, RI $46,729 North Kingstown, RI $45,894 North Scituate, RI $46,014 Oakland, RI $45,952 Pascoag, RI $45,925 Pawtucket, RI $46,027 Central Falls, RI $46,027 Cumberland, RI $46,027

Lincoln, RI $46,027 Portsmouth, RI $46,347 Prudence Island, RI $45,938 Rockville, RI $46,995 Saunderstown, RI $46,551 Shannock, RI $46,924 Slatersville, RI $45,983 Slocum, RI $46,551

Tiverton, RI $46,818 Wakefield, RI $46,502 Kingston, RI $46,511 Narragansett, RI $46,520 Peace Dale, RI $46,502 Warren, RI $46,014 Warwick, RI $46,027 Westerly, RI $47,009

West Kingston, RI $46,538 West Warwick, RI $46,027 Wood River Junction, RI $46,951 Woonsocket, RI $45,983 North Smithfield, RI $46,014 Wyoming, RI $46,938 Providence, RI $46,027 Cranston, RI $46,027

North Providence, RI $46,027 East Providence, RI $46,027 Riverside, RI $46,027 Rumford, RI $46,027 Smithfield, RI $46,027 Johnston, RI $46,027

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

Understanding how a Data Annotator'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

$42,520

Average $46,369/year

$52,096

$3,543

Average $3,864/month

$4,341

$818

Average $892/week

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$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,096	$4,341	$1,002	$25
Average	$46,369	$3,864	$892	$22
25th Percentile	$42,520	$3,543	$818	$20

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