Childcare Workers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $30,520 -4.8% vs national
Median hourly $14.68
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $37,090
Employed locally 640
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $29,120
    50th (median)
    $30,520
    75th
    $33,740
    90th
    $37,090

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $29,120
    Recreation Workers $32,510
    Animal Caretakers $29,570
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $35,370
    Residential Advisors $39,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in South Illinois is $14.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in South Illinois is 4.8% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,120.