Childcare Workers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,010 +6.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.35
10th percentile $28,140
90th percentile $37,120
Employed locally 550
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,140
    25th
    $28,980
    50th (median)
    $34,010
    75th
    $35,490
    90th
    $37,120

    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 New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,470
    Animal Caretakers $29,560
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $27,460
    Residential Advisors $35,410
    Recreation Workers $34,350
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $48,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Eastern New Mexico is $16.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.22 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 6.1% 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 New Mexico?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $28,140 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,980.