Childcare Workers Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $28,300 -11.7% vs national
Median hourly $13.61
10th percentile $25,700
90th percentile $34,740
Employed locally 180
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,700
    25th
    $26,920
    50th (median)
    $28,300
    75th
    $29,550
    90th
    $34,740

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$28,460
    Animal Caretakers$29,700
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$37,750
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,970
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$33,200
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$41,820

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northeast Virginia is $13.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.93 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northeast Virginia is 11.7% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $25,700 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,920.