Childcare Workers Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,790 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $13.84
10th percentile $18,470
90th percentile $36,340
Employed locally 530
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,470
    25th
    $22,060
    50th (median)
    $28,790
    75th
    $30,830
    90th
    $36,340

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$25,730
    Animal Caretakers$28,600
    Recreation Workers$28,600
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$27,830
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$29,750
    Residential Advisors$36,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northern Indiana is $13.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.03 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northern Indiana is 10.2% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $18,470 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,060.