Childcare Workers Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $29,040 -9.4% vs national
Median hourly $13.96
10th percentile $21,510
90th percentile $34,870
Employed locally 370
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,510
    25th
    $26,030
    50th (median)
    $29,040
    75th
    $30,480
    90th
    $34,870

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $31,710
    Recreation Workers $28,290
    Animal Caretakers $28,280
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $29,750
    Funeral Attendants $30,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $49,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southern Indiana is $13.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.22 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southern Indiana is 9.4% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $21,510 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,030.