Word Processors and Typists
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Use word processor, computer, or typewriter to type letters, reports, forms, or other material from rough draft, corrected copy, or voice recording. May perform other clerical duties as assigned.
Median pay: $49,280/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -36.1% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 2,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Perform other clerical duties, such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
• Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.
• File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update, and delete documents.
• Print and make copies of work.
• Transmit work electronically to other locations.
• Address envelopes or prepare envelope labels, using typewriter or computer.
• Type correspondence, reports, text and other written material from rough drafts, corrected copies, voice recordings, dictation, or previous versions, using a computer, word processor, or typewriter.
• Gather, register, and arrange the material to be typed, following instructions.
What's the median pay for Word Processors and Typists?
The median pay for Word Processors and Typists is $49,280 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Word Processors and Typists?
Employment for Word Processors and Typists is projected to change -36.1% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Word Processors and Typists?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Word Processors and Typists?
About 2,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.