Childcare Workers Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $21,610 -32.6% vs national
Median hourly $10.39
10th percentile $16,730
90th percentile $26,410
Employed locally 170
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,730
    25th
    $18,840
    50th (median)
    $21,610
    75th
    $24,990
    90th
    $26,410

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$22,030
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$21,210
    Residential Advisors$31,770
    Animal Caretakers$23,510
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$36,200
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$28,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southeast Alabama is $10.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $12.69 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southeast Alabama is 32.6% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $16,730 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $18,840.