Childcare Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 518,910 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $24,260 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $29,360 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $34,980 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $38,570 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $46,010 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$24K
25th
$29K
Median
$35K
75th
$39K
90th
$46K
Highest Paying States for Childcare Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $48,360 |
| California | $42,790 |
| Massachusetts | $42,580 |
| Colorado | $42,410 |
| Washington | $42,400 |
| New York | $39,690 |
| Vermont | $39,380 |
| Oregon | $39,170 |
| Hawaii | $38,210 |
| Connecticut | $38,190 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Childcare Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $48,360 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $38,190 — a difference of $10,170. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Childcare Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 518,910 workers were employed as Childcare Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $35,030 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-9011