Childcare Workers Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,250 +16.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.91
10th percentile $30,800
90th percentile $46,800
Employed locally 180
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,800
    25th
    $34,410
    50th (median)
    $37,250
    75th
    $38,900
    90th
    $46,800

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $40,360
    Tour and Travel Guides $48,580
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $48,850
    Baggage Porters and Bellhops $36,690
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $48,890
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $45,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Hawaii / Kauai is $17.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.74 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 16.2% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,800 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,410.