Childcare Workers Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $21,830 -31.9% vs national
Median hourly $10.50
10th percentile $16,580
90th percentile $28,340
Employed locally 160
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,580
    25th
    $19,960
    50th (median)
    $21,830
    75th
    $26,300
    90th
    $28,340

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $26,840
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $21,150
    Animal Caretakers $27,310
    Residential Advisors $24,760
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $31,430
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $39,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northwest Alabama is $10.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $14.61 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northwest Alabama is 31.9% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $16,580 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $19,960.