Childcare Workers Salary in Northeast Maine

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

Median annual salary $34,970 +9.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.81
10th percentile $29,430
90th percentile $47,240
Employed locally 380
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,430
    25th
    $30,580
    50th (median)
    $34,970
    75th
    $35,890
    90th
    $47,240

    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 Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $35,870
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,590
    Residential Advisors $37,570
    Animal Caretakers $35,130
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $37,220
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $47,820

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northeast Maine is $16.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northeast Maine is 9.1% above 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 Maine?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,430 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,580.