Data Entry Clerk
Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing.
At a Glance
Data Entry Clerk earns an average of $31,346/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.3–1.5 years. Top skills: Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Customer Service.
$31,346/yr
High school or GED
1.3–1.5 years
58
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Data Entry Keyers
Median Wage
$39,850/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-25.9%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (8)
Data Entry
Auditing
Customer Data Management
Office Equipment
Collections
Merchandising
Customer Relationship Management
Warehousing
Common Skills (22)
Detail Oriented
Customer Service
Typing
Clerical Works
Computer Literacy
Communication
Spreadsheets
Organizational Skills
Research
Management
Filing
Multitasking
Verbal Communication Skills
Word Processing
Self-Starter
Administrative Functions
Problem Solving
Related Specializations
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