Childcare Workers Salary in Scranton, PA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA

Median annual salary $28,600 -10.8% vs national
Median hourly $13.75
10th percentile $21,750
90th percentile $35,250
Employed locally 750
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,750
    25th
    $23,460
    50th (median)
    $28,600
    75th
    $34,570
    90th
    $35,250

    Scranton economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,656 2023 • Census ACS
    Childcare Workers salary vs area income 45% Median Childcare Workers salary is 55% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Scranton?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Scranton, PA is $13.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.87 or more per hour.

    Is Scranton above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Scranton, PA is 10.8% 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 Scranton?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $21,750 per year in Scranton, PA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,460.