Childcare Workers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $26,930 -16% vs national
Median hourly $12.95
10th percentile $18,580
90th percentile $34,420
Employed locally 370
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,580
    25th
    $23,100
    50th (median)
    $26,930
    75th
    $28,420
    90th
    $34,420

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,510
    Recreation Workers $30,880
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $29,160
    Animal Caretakers $29,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $42,010
    Manicurists and Pedicurists $22,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $12.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.61 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 16% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $18,580 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,100.