Childcare Workers Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $22,390 -30.1% vs national
Median hourly $10.76
10th percentile $16,880
90th percentile $28,460
Employed locally 620
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,880
    25th
    $20,700
    50th (median)
    $22,390
    75th
    $27,910
    90th
    $28,460

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Animal Caretakers$29,840
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$24,170
    Recreation Workers$36,210
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$34,850
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$28,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$40,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northwest Iowa is $10.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $14.15 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northwest Iowa is 30.1% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $16,880 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $20,700.