Childcare Workers Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $21,280 -33.6% vs national
Median hourly $10.23
10th percentile $16,130
90th percentile $26,410
Employed locally 180
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $16,130
    25th
    $16,990
    50th (median)
    $21,280
    75th
    $25,430
    90th
    $26,410

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$27,490
    Recreation Workers$23,980
    Residential Advisors$29,710
    First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers$57,220
    Animal Caretakers$23,880
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$25,010

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southwest Alabama is $10.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $13.20 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southwest Alabama is 33.6% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $16,130 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $16,990.