Data entry assistant vs data analyst

The differences between data entry assistants and data analysts can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 1-2 years to become a data entry assistant, becoming a data analyst takes usually requires 2-4 years. Additionally, a data analyst has an average salary of $74,342, which is higher than the $33,251 average annual salary of a data entry assistant.

The top three skills for a data entry assistant include company database, re-enter data and computer system. The most important skills for a data analyst are data analysis, python, and power bi.

Data entry assistant vs data analyst overview

	Data Entry Assistant	Data Analyst
Yearly salary	$33,251	$74,342
Hourly rate	$15.99	$35.74
Growth rate	-8%	11%
Number of jobs	86,989	167,520
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 46%	Bachelor's Degree, 65%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	4

What does a data entry assistant do?

A data entry assistant is responsible for performing data entry procedures, updating customer information, as well as logging business transactions on the company's database accurately and efficiently. Data entry assistants compile and sort documents, escalating incomplete information for verification, and following the business' procedures on disposing and eliminating unnecessary data. They also provide administrative and clerical support on office operations, including assisting visitors on their needs or directing them to the appropriate personnel for their concerns. A data entry assistant maintains a safe and secured database and immediately call for support in case of unauthorized access and system inconsistencies.

What does a data analyst do?

Data analysts are responsible for interpreting the company's statistics and providing sound recommendations to the organization. They manage the organization's data sets, usually related to market performance, finance, or human resources. They are in charge of studying the available data, spotting trends, interpreting what the data and the trends mean, and recommending suggestions that will help the organization perform better. Their recommendations should also be relevant and backed up with strong analyses. Data analysts are expected to have a good grasp of the current market trends in the industry.

Data entry assistant vs data analyst salary

Data entry assistants and data analysts have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Data Entry Assistant	Data Analyst
Average salary	$33,251	$74,342
Salary range	Between $27,000 And $40,000	Between $53,000 And $103,000
Highest paying City	Beaverton, OR	Richmond, CA
Highest paying state	Alaska	New Jersey
Best paying company	ALDI USA	The Citadel
Best paying industry	Manufacturing	Finance

Differences between data entry assistant and data analyst education

There are a few differences between a data entry assistant and a data analyst in terms of educational background:

	Data Entry Assistant	Data Analyst
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 46%	Bachelor's Degree, 65%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	Northwestern University

Data entry assistant vs data analyst demographics

Here are the differences between data entry assistants' and data analysts' demographics:

	Data Entry Assistant	Data Analyst
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 23.1% Female, 76.9%	Male, 50.2% Female, 49.8%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.5% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 23.3% Asian, 8.9% White, 53.2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%	Black or African American, 7.5% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 8.5% Asian, 14.5% White, 64.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
LGBT Percentage	5%	12%

Differences between data entry assistant and data analyst duties and responsibilities

Data entry assistant example responsibilities.

Manage client s files and communicate confidential information to approve agencies and caregivers according to HIPAA regulations.
Design PowerPoint presentation for lobby and update as needed.
Prepare written materials for supervisor s use including spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and reports.
Conduct customer and billing data entry for invoice and payment processing using QuickBooks financial management & account software.
Patrol outer perimeter to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates.
Record monthly financial transactions in QuickBooks.

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Data analyst example responsibilities.

Manage patient s data in UNIX system.
Manage loan performance in Hyperion Financials using SQL and PL/SQL tools.
Manage and contribute to EDI processes ensuring HIPAA compliance and access to clearing house review on individual case status.
Develop Java application to automate reformatting of text files for an internal application.
Execute deterministic modeling and Monte Carlo simulations in MATLAB to achieve greater mathematical confidence in results obtain from analysis.
Manage weapon system project websites via SharePoint, including troubleshooting technical issues and developing guidelines for public/private information and user permissions.

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Data entry assistant vs data analyst skills

Common data entry assistant skills

Company Database, 20%
Re-Enter Data, 11%
Computer System, 6%
HR, 5%
Payroll, 5%
Office Equipment, 4%

Common data analyst skills

Data Analysis, 10%
Python, 7%
Power Bi, 6%
Data Management, 6%
Visualization, 5%
Data Quality, 4%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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