Childcare Workers Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $24,850 -22.5% vs national
Median hourly $11.95
10th percentile $19,700
90th percentile $37,820
Employed locally 660
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $19,700
    25th
    $22,100
    50th (median)
    $24,850
    75th
    $30,660
    90th
    $37,820

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$24,230
    Recreation Workers$29,830
    Animal Caretakers$24,780
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$31,510
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$37,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$40,180

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southeast Iowa is $11.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southeast Iowa is 22.5% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $19,700 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,100.