Childcare Workers Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $34,290 +7% vs national
Median hourly $16.49
10th percentile $30,650
90th percentile $46,710
Employed locally 140
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,650
    25th
    $31,720
    50th (median)
    $34,290
    75th
    $36,320
    90th
    $46,710

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other $38,020
    Recreation Workers $37,160
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $48,540
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $33,550
    Animal Caretakers $33,430
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Eastern Oregon is $16.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.38 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Eastern Oregon is 7% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,650 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,720.