Data entry administrators Pay Data UK — 2025

Data entry administrators roles in the UK earn a median of £27,892 per year, equivalent to £15.17 per hour as of 2025. This represents a 10.8% increase in annual pay compared to the previous year. Pay varies across the UK, ranging from £21,614 to £36,202 per year.

How Pay Varies Across the UK

Each bar shows how many areas of the UK have a median annual pay in that range for Data entry administrators roles. The dashed line marks the national median.

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About Data entry administrators

Data entry administrators enter a variety of information into databases using various software packages and assist colleagues in retrieving information.

Typical Tasks and Duties

• enters customers' personal details and other Information into a database using the appropriate software
• transfers paper-based information into electronic databases
• updates records, such as sales or patient data
• updates website product descriptions and details
• assists other employees and/or customers in accessing information
• analyses data to identify trends and patterns

Entry Routes and Qualifications

There are no minimum academic requirements, although GCSEs/S grades or equivalent qualifications may be useful. Entrants are expected to have relevant experience and some employers require minimum typing speeds. On-the-job training is often provided. Relevant vocational qualifications such as NVQs in administration and apprenticeships are available.

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Salary data is sourced from official UK pay datasets and updated periodically.