Childcare Workers Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $30,310 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $14.57
10th percentile $26,250
90th percentile $36,760
Employed locally 560
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,250
    25th
    $28,310
    50th (median)
    $30,310
    75th
    $34,540
    90th
    $36,760

    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
    Recreation Workers $35,630
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,780
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $28,560
    Animal Caretakers $31,510
    Residential Advisors $45,690
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,780

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Northwest Minnesota is $14.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Northwest Minnesota is 5.4% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $26,250 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,310.