Childcare Workers Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,170 +16% vs national
Median hourly $17.87
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $47,720
Employed locally 300
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $31,460
    50th (median)
    $37,170
    75th
    $41,170
    90th
    $47,720

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $37,070
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $32,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $51,990
    Animal Caretakers $34,080
    Residential Advisors $38,530
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $17.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.03 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 16% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,460.