Childcare Workers Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $27,370 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $13.16
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $35,530
Employed locally 1,350
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $24,960
    50th (median)
    $27,370
    75th
    $29,180
    90th
    $35,530

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $30,060
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $27,090
    Animal Caretakers $29,120
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $26,480
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $34,720
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $47,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in South Nebraska is $13.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.31 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in South Nebraska is 14.6% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,960.