Encoder vs data entry associate

The differences between encoders and data entry associates can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 1-2 years to become both an encoder and a data entry associate. Additionally, a data entry associate has an average salary of $36,084, which is higher than the $35,038 average annual salary of an encoder.

The top three skills for an encoder include process checks, data entry system and computer system. The most important skills for a data entry associate are customer service, computer database, and data entry.

Encoder vs data entry associate overview

	Encoder	Data Entry Associate
Yearly salary	$35,038	$36,084
Hourly rate	$16.85	$17.35
Growth rate	-5%	-8%
Number of jobs	277	89,880
Job satisfaction	-	3
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	Bachelor's Degree, 30%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Encoder vs data entry associate salary

Encoders and data entry associates have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Encoder	Data Entry Associate
Average salary	$35,038	$36,084
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $47,000	Between $21,000 And $61,000
Highest paying City	-	Washington, DC
Highest paying state	-	New York
Best paying company	-	AstraZeneca
Best paying industry	-	Finance

Differences between encoder and data entry associate education

There are a few differences between an encoder and a data entry associate in terms of educational background:

	Encoder	Data Entry Associate
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	Bachelor's Degree, 30%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Encoder vs data entry associate demographics

Here are the differences between encoders' and data entry associates' demographics:

	Encoder	Data Entry Associate
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 32.5% Female, 67.5%	Male, 25.7% Female, 74.3%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 9.4% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 23.0% Asian, 8.9% White, 53.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%	Black or African American, 9.5% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 23.0% Asian, 7.7% White, 55.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between encoder and data entry associate duties and responsibilities

Encoder example responsibilities.

Stitch in next coil to be run.
Encode deposits slips and checks (NCR).
Correct errors for clients of DHL.
Operate the continuous check MICR encoding machine.
Train new encoders to use the computer program/equipment.
Scan USPS packages and print labels for say packages

Data entry associate example responsibilities.

Manage client s files and communicate confidential information to approve agencies and caregivers according to HIPAA regulations.
Provide third-party medical billing; entering ICD-9, CPT codes, and insurance information into medically-based computer system.
Process payroll data, data entry applications and retirement fund contributions.
Perform a variety of duties associate with entering of prescription information into computer system require to process prescription orders for patients.
Provide 10-key and maintain a 40 wpm average.
Collaborate with a team to triage and prioritize the right work at the right time.

Encoder vs data entry associate skills

Common encoder skills

Process Checks, 22%
Data Entry System, 19%
Computer System, 10%
Encoders, 8%
ZIP Codes, 6%
Subsequent Entry, 5%

Common data entry associate skills

Customer Service, 22%
Computer Database, 12%
Data Entry, 10%
Computer System, 7%
Payroll, 3%
WPM, 3%