Childcare Workers Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $28,640 -10.6% vs national
Median hourly $13.77
10th percentile $23,360
90th percentile $34,720
Employed locally 280
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,360
    25th
    $27,180
    50th (median)
    $28,640
    75th
    $29,540
    90th
    $34,720

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,180
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$39,030
    Recreation Workers$33,620
    Animal Caretakers$28,200
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$44,070
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$38,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northern Michigan is $13.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northern Michigan is 10.6% 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 Michigan?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $23,360 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,180.