Childcare Workers Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $36,780 +14.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.68
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $47,060
Employed locally 360
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $30,100
    50th (median)
    $36,780
    75th
    $39,020
    90th
    $47,060

    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 Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$34,130
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$47,640
    Recreation Workers$38,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$50,680
    Animal Caretakers$33,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$54,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southwest Colorado is $17.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.24 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southwest Colorado is 14.8% above 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 Colorado?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,100.