Occupations43-9021.00

Data Entry Keyers

Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator.

Median annual pay
$39,850

BLS, 2024

Employment
141,600

U.S., 2024

Ten-year outlook
-25.9%

2024–34

Annual openings
9,500

Projected average

The work

Core tasks

  1. 01Locate and correct data entry errors, or report them to supervisors.
  2. 02Compile, sort, and verify the accuracy of data before it is entered.
  3. 03Compare data with source documents, or re-enter data in verification format to detect errors.
  4. 04Store completed documents in appropriate locations.
  5. 05Select materials needed to complete work assignments.
  6. 06Read source documents such as canceled checks, sales reports, or bills, and enter data in specific data fields or onto tapes or disks for subsequent entry, using keyboards or scanners.
  7. 07Maintain logs of activities and completed work.
  8. 08Load machines with required input or output media, such as paper, cards, disks, tape, or Braille media.
  9. 09Resolve garbled or indecipherable messages, using cryptographic procedures and equipment.

Capabilities

Essential skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningMonitoringWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMathematicsScience

Employment outlook

Where the role is heading

U.S. employment is projected to move from 141,600 in 2024 to 104,900 in 2034, a -25.9% change.

BLS projects an average of 9,500 openings each year over the period, including openings created by workers leaving the occupation.