Data Entry Keyer Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$44,860
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $41,340
State Rank
#12 of 49
9,470 employed here

How much does a Data Entry Keyer make in New York?

Data Entry Keyers in New York take home a median of $44,860 annually — roughly $21.57 an hour — which runs 9% above the national median of $41,340.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $34,130 while the top 10% make $61,200 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $37,890 and $51,460 a year.

Data Entry Keyer salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$34,130$16.41
25th percentile (early career)$37,890$18.22
50th percentile (median)$44,860$21.57
75th percentile (experienced)$51,460$24.74
90th percentile (top earners)$61,200$29.42

How New York compares

New York ranks 12th 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 New York

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 New York pay ($44,860) 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 New York?
The median Data Entry Keyer salary in New York is $44,860 per year, or about $21.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $34,130 at the entry level to $61,200 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Data Entry Keyers about 9% more than the national median of $41,340. New York ranks 12th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Data Entry Keyers?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $44,860 a year. About 9,470 Data Entry Keyers are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.