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Also called data keyer, adjusto writer operator, automatic operator and braille operator.
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Data Entry Keyer
Data entry keyer operating keyboards and scanners to enter and verify data, correct errors, and prepare materials for printing
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On site, Remote
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Corrected data entry errors, leading to a significant increase in data accuracy.
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Compared data with source documents to ensure consistency and reliability.
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The work itself
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Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing.
What it pays
Annual pay across the United States. The middle figure is the median: half earn less than that, and half earn more.
| 25th percentile | $35,760 |
|---|---|
| Median | $41,340 |
| 75th percentile | $48,410 |
| State | 25th percentile | Median | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| AK | $36,160 | $40,700 | $59,720 |
| AL | $31,200 | $35,130 | $40,620 |
| AR | $33,860 | $33,860 | $40,770 |
| AZ | $36,680 | $43,200 | $49,640 |
| CA | $41,850 | $47,010 | $54,510 |
| CO | $37,960 | $43,910 | $54,240 |
| CT | $34,140 | $38,560 | $48,630 |
| DC | $50,910 | $55,170 | $64,100 |
| DE | $34,030 | $37,810 | $42,840 |
| FL | $35,650 | $38,880 | $45,690 |
| GA | $36,240 | $41,270 | $48,150 |
| HI | $40,220 | $47,630 | $49,420 |
| IA | $39,390 | $43,640 | $52,740 |
| ID | $35,150 | $42,810 | $50,120 |
| IL | $37,610 | $42,840 | $48,200 |
| IN | $35,900 | $40,550 | $48,080 |
| KS | $35,600 | $38,290 | $44,190 |
| KY | $30,460 | $36,870 | $44,860 |
| LA | $32,670 | $36,920 | $41,500 |
| MA | $38,370 | $47,560 | $54,170 |
| MD | $35,090 | $38,970 | $43,950 |
| ME | $45,140 | $48,190 | $51,510 |
| MI | $37,320 | $38,080 | $45,990 |
| MN | $36,950 | $44,280 | $54,070 |
| MS | $29,950 | $34,540 | $40,590 |
| MT | $38,390 | $42,340 | $48,380 |
| NC | $35,200 | $39,610 | $46,610 |
| ND | $36,680 | $48,300 | $53,140 |
| NE | $29,010 | $39,600 | $43,170 |
| NH | $38,650 | $43,440 | $46,800 |
| NJ | $35,910 | $42,470 | $51,180 |
| NM | $41,510 | $49,810 | $53,370 |
| NV | $35,280 | $39,260 | $47,360 |
| NY | $37,890 | $44,860 | $51,460 |
| OH | $36,060 | $40,220 | $47,270 |
| OK | $33,480 | $38,590 | $44,780 |
| PA | $34,080 | $38,810 | $44,970 |
| PR | $22,600 | $23,940 | $28,510 |
| RI | $39,000 | $44,980 | $54,030 |
| SC | $32,550 | $38,070 | $44,340 |
| SD | $34,320 | $34,320 | $39,270 |
| TN | $34,990 | $40,490 | $47,700 |
| TX | $32,250 | $38,880 | $46,800 |
| UT | $37,700 | $47,180 | $60,670 |
| VA | $33,350 | $38,900 | $46,620 |
| VT | $42,000 | $43,280 | $45,820 |
| WA | $41,070 | $47,480 | $57,890 |
| WI | $29,800 | $38,170 | $46,370 |
| WV | $32,130 | $35,900 | $39,950 |
| WY | $35,680 | $45,870 | $48,640 |
Other names
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Already yours: Entering information, Checking data for errors, Compiling data or documentation
4 of the 10 tasks this job is made of
| Median pay | $41,340 a year |
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What you have not done yet. Verifying financial or transactional accuracy, Selecting needed resources, Storing records or materials
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| Median pay | $59,650 a year |
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What you have not done yet. Conferencing with coworkers, Reading work orders, Inspecting items for damage
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| Median pay | $58,260 a year |
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What you have not done yet. Recording personnel information, Verifying employee information, Reconciling sales records
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| Median pay | $50,580 a year |
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What you have not done yet. Preparing documentation, Sending information, Obtaining information about goods
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