Childcare Workers Salary in Puerto Rico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Puerto Rico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $20,350 -36.5% vs national
Median hourly $9.78
10th percentile $19,760
90th percentile $36,190
Employed locally 70
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $19,760
    25th
    $19,760
    50th (median)
    $20,350
    75th
    $29,080
    90th
    $36,190

    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 Puerto Rico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$19,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Puerto Rico?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Puerto Rico is $9.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.60 or more per hour.

    Is Puerto Rico above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Puerto Rico is 36.5% 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 Puerto Rico?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $19,760 per year in Puerto Rico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $19,760.