Childcare Workers Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $29,380 -8.3% vs national
Median hourly $14.13
10th percentile $25,120
90th percentile $36,330
Employed locally 560
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,120
    25th
    $27,250
    50th (median)
    $29,380
    75th
    $33,730
    90th
    $36,330

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $34,300
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,260
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,680
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $40,930
    Residential Advisors $44,180
    Animal Caretakers $33,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southeast Minnesota is $14.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.48 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southeast Minnesota is 8.3% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $25,120 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,250.