Childcare Workers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $31,260 -2.5% vs national
Median hourly $15.03
10th percentile $22,740
90th percentile $40,600
Employed locally 230
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,740
    25th
    $25,680
    50th (median)
    $31,260
    75th
    $32,620
    90th
    $40,600

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$28,390
    Recreation Workers$33,060
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$33,580
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$45,460
    Animal Caretakers$28,390
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$38,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in South Central Wisconsin is $15.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.37 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 2.5% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $22,740 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $25,680.