Childcare Workers Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $27,480 -14.3% vs national
Median hourly $13.21
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $37,740
Employed locally 630
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $25,100
    50th (median)
    $27,480
    75th
    $33,020
    90th
    $37,740

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$27,020
    Recreation Workers$33,440
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$25,250
    Animal Caretakers$27,920
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$35,860
    Residential Advisors$30,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northeast Nebraska is $13.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northeast Nebraska is 14.3% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,100.