Childcare Workers Salary in Burlington, VT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Burlington-South Burlington, VT

Median annual salary $38,430 +19.9% vs national
Median hourly $18.48
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $46,530
Employed locally 490
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $32,990
    50th (median)
    $38,430
    75th
    $42,070
    90th
    $46,530

    Burlington economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $90,911 2023 • Census ACS
    Childcare Workers salary vs area income 42% Median Childcare Workers salary is 58% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Childcare Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL $47,730
    District of Columbia $45,400
    Ocala, FL $44,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $44,970
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $43,640
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $42,810

    Related occupations in Burlington, VT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $36,120
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $49,860
    Animal Caretakers $36,780
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $33,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $51,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $48,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Burlington?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Burlington, VT is $18.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.12 or more per hour.

    Is Burlington above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Burlington, VT is 19.9% above the national median of $32,050. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Childcare Workers in Burlington?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Burlington, VT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,990.