Data Encoder / Data Entry Clerk


If you are someone who is good in organizing and maintaining information, has great keyboarding skills and can work under pressure with error-free outputs, Data Encoder job can be the good option for you. 


Data Encoder also known as Data Entry Clerk is one of the office jobs out there that offers good salary for those who doesn’t want a physically demanding job. 


What is the minimum education requirement to become a Data Encoder?

College education is not usually required for this position. However, additional points will be given if a candidate has an associate or bachelor’s degree. 


When applying for this position, it is expected that the candidate is knowledgeable with different computer applications. Almost all companies require familiarity with different Microsoft Office programs, knowledge in basic math and good typing skills. Customer service skills is also being required since part of the tasks is to cater the needs related to data encoding of colleagues or in some cases, to assist customers directly. 


How much is the average salary of Data Encoders?


In the United States, according to glassdoor.com the average salary of a Data Encoder is $43,880 in a year as of September 2021. That translates to around $21.00 per hour. An entry-level position may receive a starting salary of $25,000 whereas an experienced individual can receive as high as $77,000 in a year. 


In Canada, according to ca.talent.com the average salary of a Data Encoder is $31,200 per year as of September 2021. That translates to $16.00 per hour. An entry-level position may receive a starting salary of $28,282 whereas an experienced individual can receive as high as $45,374 in a year. 


In Singapore, according to salaryexpert.com the average salary of Data Encoder is SG$37,710 in a year as of September 2021. That translates to around SG$18.00 per hour. This does not include the average bonus of SG$513 a year. However, an entry-level position may receive a starting salary of SG$39,037 in a year whereas an experienced individual can receive as high as SG$45,096 in a year. 


In the Middle East, according to salaryexpert.com the average salary of a Data Encoder is SAR 59,579 a year in Saudi Arabia as of September 2021. That translates to SAR 28.64 per hour. This does not include the average bonus of SAR 745 a year. An entry-level position may receive a salary of SAR 47,998 whereas an experienced individual can receive as high as SAR 70,536 in a year. 



How can you apply for this job in countries accepting foreign workers? 


Most applicants submit their job applications using job sites online. They connect with companies to know whether the company accepts foreign workers and can process a work permit. You can check the job sites below to submit an application online.


  1. Singapore GrabJobs >> APPLY HERE
  2. Canada Job Bank  >> APPLY HERE
  3. Australia SEEK >> APPLY HERE
  4. Saudi Arabia Indeed >> APPLY HERE
  5. United Arab Emirates Indeed >> APPLY HERE


Check whether the company is legally allowed to accept foreign workers for the position and will process work visa. 

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