Data Entry Clerks
Impact: Indirect
Data Entry Clerks are responsible for inputting and updating data into computer systems and databases. They ensure the accuracy and integrity of information, often working with large volumes of data. This role requires strong attention to detail, typing proficiency, and organizational skills.
What the day looks like
- People interaction
- Minimal
- Team vs solo
- Mostly Solo
- Client facing
- Never
- Impact visibility
- Low
- Travel
- None
- Schedule flexibility
- Moderate
- Remote work
- Mostly Remote
- Typical work hours
- 40
- Stress level
- Low
At a glance
- Median salary
- $37,000
- Entry-level
- $30,000
- Senior
- $45,000
- Growth by 2033
- -5
- Demand
- Declining
- Freelance potential
- Low
- Salary growth potential
- Low
- Typical student debt
- $10,000 - $20,000
Skills you'll use
Hard skills
- Typing Speed
- Data Management Software
- Microsoft Office Suite
Soft skills
- Attention to Detail
- Organization
- Time Management
Technical complexity: Low
How to get there
- Minimum education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Licensing
- No
- Years to mid-career
- 3
- Years to senior
- 6
- Career switching
- Easy
Where this career leads
How people arrive here
Where you can go from here
Typical progression
- Can advance to administrative assistant, office manager, or specialized data roles with further training.
Future outlook
- Automation probability
- 90
- AI disruption risk
- High
- Demand trend
- Declining
How people feel about it
- Overall satisfaction
- 6/10
- Meaning
- 5/10
- Work-life balance
- 7.5/10
- Prestige
- 3.5/10
- Social perception
- Moderate