Data Entry Keyer Salary in Massachusetts (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Massachusetts Median
$47,560
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.87
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $41,340
State Rank
#6 of 49
1,590 employed here

How much does a Data Entry Keyer make in Massachusetts?

A Data Entry Keyer working in Massachusetts earns a median salary of $47,560 per year, or about $22.87 per hour. That is 15% above the national median of $41,340 for this occupation.

Within Massachusetts, entry-level pay starts around $35,250 while the top 10% make $58,280 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $38,370 and $54,170 a year.

Data Entry Keyer salary range in Massachusetts

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$35,250$16.95
25th percentile (early career)$38,370$18.45
50th percentile (median)$47,560$22.87
75th percentile (experienced)$54,170$26.04
90th percentile (top earners)$58,280$28.02

How Massachusetts compares

Massachusetts ranks 6th 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 Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts pay ($47,560) 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 Massachusetts?
The median Data Entry Keyer salary in Massachusetts is $47,560 per year, or about $22.87 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $35,250 at the entry level to $58,280 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Massachusetts pay compare to the national average?
Massachusetts pays Data Entry Keyers about 15% more than the national median of $41,340. Massachusetts ranks 6th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Massachusetts a good state for Data Entry Keyers?
Yes on pay — Massachusetts pays above the national median for this occupation, at $47,560 a year. About 1,590 Data Entry Keyers are employed in Massachusetts. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Massachusetts?
The highest-paying occupations in Massachusetts include Radiologist ($426,560), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($392,300), Surgeon, All Other ($387,150), 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.