Encoder vs data entry specialist

The differences between encoders and data entry specialists 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 specialist. Additionally, an encoder has an average salary of $35,038, which is higher than the $32,392 average annual salary of a data entry specialist.

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

Encoder vs data entry specialist overview

	Encoder	Data Entry Specialist
Yearly salary	$35,038	$32,392
Hourly rate	$16.85	$15.57
Growth rate	-5%	-
Number of jobs	277	89,081
Job satisfaction	-	5
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	Bachelor's Degree, 38%
Average age	44	44
Years of experience	2	2

Encoder vs data entry specialist salary

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

	Encoder	Data Entry Specialist
Average salary	$35,038	$32,392
Salary range	Between $25,000 And $47,000	Between $24,000 And $42,000
Highest paying City	-	Washington, DC
Highest paying state	-	Alaska
Best paying company	-	DeWitt LLP Law Firm
Best paying industry	-	Finance

Differences between encoder and data entry specialist education

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

	Encoder	Data Entry Specialist
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 49%	Bachelor's Degree, 38%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Encoder vs data entry specialist demographics

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

	Encoder	Data Entry Specialist
Average age	44	44
Gender ratio	Male, 32.5% Female, 67.5%	Male, 24.8% Female, 75.2%
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, 10.4% Unknown, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 20.6% Asian, 7.9% White, 56.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between encoder and data entry specialist 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 specialist example responsibilities.

Manage FedEx account; send and receive large volume of tax and accounting paperwork.
Enter ten-key data; fastest keystrokes reach 104 wpm.
Land Venezuela 1- 2D and 3D designer perform processing and QC for land acquisition seismic.
Used SQL scripts to process automate crack and lane detection on files that require it.
Enter bank account information on individual life policies in Guard-O-Matic (ACH) payment plan.
Fill a bin/tray/tray/box with complete packets then place it in the designated area to await QC.

Encoder vs data entry specialist 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 specialist skills

Data Entry, 25%
Customer Service, 16%
Computer Database, 12%
Computer System, 4%
WPM, 4%
Charge Entry, 3%