Data Entry Keyer Salary in Colorado (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Data Entry Keyers in Colorado, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Colorado Median
$43,910
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.11
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+6% vs US median
US median $41,340
State Rank
#14 of 49
1,190 employed here

How much does a Data Entry Keyer make in Colorado?

A Data Entry Keyer working in Colorado earns a median salary of $43,910 per year, or about $21.11 per hour. That is 6% above the national median of $41,340 for this occupation.

Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $33,920 while the top 10% make $61,070 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $37,960 and $54,240 a year.

Data Entry Keyer salary range in Colorado

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$33,920$16.31
25th percentile (early career)$37,960$18.25
50th percentile (median)$43,910$21.11
75th percentile (experienced)$54,240$26.08
90th percentile (top earners)$61,070$29.36

How Colorado compares

Colorado ranks 14th out of 49 states and territories for Data Entry Keyer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$55,170
2New Mexico$49,810
3North Dakota$48,300
4Maine$48,190
5Hawaii$47,630

Working as a Data Entry Keyer in Colorado

Nationally, about 127,000 people work as Data Entry Keyers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($43,910) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Data Entry Keyer make in Colorado?
The median Data Entry Keyer salary in Colorado is $43,910 per year, or about $21.11 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $33,920 at the entry level to $61,070 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Data Entry Keyers about 6% more than the national median of $41,340. Colorado ranks 14th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Data Entry Keyers?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $43,910 a year. About 1,190 Data Entry Keyers are employed in Colorado. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Colorado?
The highest-paying occupations in Colorado include Orthodontist ($416,000), Dermatologist ($398,810), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($385,410), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.