Childcare Workers Salary in South Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $25,430 -20.7% vs national
Median hourly $12.23
10th percentile $23,100
90th percentile $29,580
Employed locally 380
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,100
    25th
    $23,320
    50th (median)
    $25,430
    75th
    $27,970
    90th
    $29,580

    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
    Residential Advisors$37,750
    Recreation Workers$26,820
    Animal Caretakers$27,640
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$24,480
    Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers$31,420
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$23,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in South Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in South Arkansas is $12.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $14.11 or more per hour.

    Is South Arkansas above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in South Arkansas is 20.7% 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 South Arkansas?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $23,100 per year in South Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,320.