Childcare Workers Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $27,940 -12.8% vs national
Median hourly $13.43
10th percentile $26,000
90th percentile $35,840
Employed locally 710
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,000
    25th
    $27,320
    50th (median)
    $27,940
    75th
    $29,240
    90th
    $35,840

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers $29,850
    Animal Caretakers $28,560
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $26,800
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $35,590
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $29,260
    Funeral Attendants $29,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southeast Missouri is $13.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southeast Missouri is 12.8% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $26,000 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,320.