Data Entry Keyers Salary in South Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,670 -3% vs national
Median hourly $18.59
10th percentile $31,890
90th percentile $53,390
Employed locally 40
National median $39,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,890
    25th
    $34,030
    50th (median)
    $38,670
    75th
    $44,380
    90th
    $53,390

    Top-paying metros for Data Entry Keyers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $53,240
    Bismarck, ND $53,140
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $53,060
    District of Columbia $51,860
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $51,790
    Albuquerque, NM $51,780

    Related occupations in South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Office Clerks, General $40,770
    Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $36,850
    Customer Service Representatives $38,430
    Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $44,780
    Tellers $36,630
    Receptionists and Information Clerks $35,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Entry Keyers make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Data Entry Keyers in South Illinois is $18.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.71 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Data Entry Keyers salaries?

    The median Data Entry Keyers salary in South Illinois is 3% below the national median of $39,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Entry Keyers in South Illinois?

    Entry-level Data Entry Keyers (10th percentile) earn around $31,890 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,030.