Childcare Workers Salary in North Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,260 -11.8% vs national
Median hourly $13.59
10th percentile $25,910
90th percentile $43,780
Employed locally 420
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,910
    25th
    $26,620
    50th (median)
    $28,260
    75th
    $33,720
    90th
    $43,780

    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 North Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $29,050
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $28,420
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,590
    Animal Caretakers $28,860
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $28,930
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $50,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in North Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in North Missouri is $13.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.60 or more per hour.

    Is North Missouri above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in North Missouri is 11.8% 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 North Missouri?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $25,910 per year in North Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,620.