Childcare Workers Salary in Northwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $39,460 +23.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.97
10th percentile $30,720
90th percentile $60,100
Employed locally 680
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,720
    25th
    $35,940
    50th (median)
    $39,460
    75th
    $45,350
    90th
    $60,100

    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 Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $38,170
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $55,950
    Recreation Workers $41,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $59,090
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other $41,600
    Animal Caretakers $35,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northwest Colorado is $18.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.94 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northwest Colorado is 23.1% above 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 Colorado?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,720 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,940.