Childcare Workers Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $25,260 -21.2% vs national
Median hourly $12.14
10th percentile $17,370
90th percentile $39,840
Employed locally 480
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $17,370
    25th
    $21,490
    50th (median)
    $25,260
    75th
    $31,850
    90th
    $39,840

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $23,340
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $21,320
    Animal Caretakers $23,030
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $39,410
    Residential Advisors $25,410
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $26,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northeast Alabama is $12.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.05 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northeast Alabama is 21.2% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $17,370 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,490.