Childcare Workers Salary in Southern South Carolina

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

Median annual salary $26,520 -17.3% vs national
Median hourly $12.75
10th percentile $18,450
90th percentile $33,110
Employed locally 150
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,450
    25th
    $22,650
    50th (median)
    $26,520
    75th
    $28,820
    90th
    $33,110

    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 South Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $22,350
    Animal Caretakers $26,880
    Residential Advisors $34,070
    Recreation Workers $32,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $50,300
    Funeral Attendants $23,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Southern South Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southern South Carolina is $12.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $16.13 or more per hour.

    Is Southern South Carolina above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southern South Carolina is 17.3% 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 Southern South Carolina?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $18,450 per year in Southern South Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,650.