How much does a Childcare Workers make per hour in Mid Michigan?

Childcare Workers Salary in Mid Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,140 -12.2% vs national

Median hourly $13.53

10th percentile $24,690

90th percentile $35,110

Employed locally 650

National median $32,050

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Childcare Workers

Mid Michigan

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$24,690

25th

$27,030

50th (median)

$28,140

75th

$31,410

90th

$35,110

Top-paying metros for Childcare Workers

Metro area	Median 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 Mid Michigan

Occupation	Median salary
Recreation Workers	$35,070
Amusement and Recreation Attendants	$26,670
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists	$36,970
Animal Caretakers	$29,100
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors	$44,040
Funeral Attendants	$37,080

Frequently asked questions

How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Mid Michigan?

The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Mid Michigan is $13.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.66 or more per hour.

Is Mid Michigan above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

The median Childcare Workers salary in Mid Michigan is 12.2% 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 Mid Michigan?

Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $24,690 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,030.