Childcare Workers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $26,570 -17.1% vs national
Median hourly $12.77
10th percentile $21,500
90th percentile $34,520
Employed locally 1,630
National median $32,050

Compare Childcare Workers salary & buying power

Type a city below to see how Kansas stacks up on salary and cost of living.

Full tool →
Childcare Workers
in
Kansas
vs

    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,500
    25th
    $23,180
    50th (median)
    $26,570
    75th
    $29,130
    90th
    $34,520

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $23,500
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $30,970
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $21,110
    Animal Caretakers $23,110
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $29,710
    Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers $21,670

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Kansas is $12.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.00 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Kansas is 17.1% below 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $21,500 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,180.