Childcare Workers Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $31,200 -2.7% vs national
Median hourly $15.00
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $42,950
Employed locally 170
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $31,200
    75th
    $34,710
    90th
    $42,950

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $31,510
    Recreation Workers $34,100
    Animal Caretakers $32,530
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $42,150
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $39,130
    Residential Advisors $52,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Maryland is $15.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.75 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Maryland is 2.7% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.