43-9021

Data Entry Keyers

Role Overview

Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing. Excludes “Word Processors and Typists” (43-9022).

Recommended Majors

Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator, General Production. Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General. Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry.

Related Careers

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Salary by State (top paying)

State	Median salary
District of Columbia	$51,860
Massachusetts	$46,930
Rhode Island	$46,290
Connecticut	$46,020
California	$45,680
Oregon	$45,650
Colorado	$45,560
New Mexico	$44,960
Washington	$44,710
Maine	$43,720
New Jersey	$43,480
New York	$42,990
Arizona	$42,800
Vermont	$42,590
Pennsylvania	$42,400

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$39,850

Projected Growth (10yr)

+-25.9%

Avg. annual openings

9.5k

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