Childcare Workers Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $25,110 -21.7% vs national
Median hourly $12.07
10th percentile $18,000
90th percentile $30,210
Employed locally 280
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,000
    25th
    $21,140
    50th (median)
    $25,110
    75th
    $28,460
    90th
    $30,210

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $22,840
    Recreation Workers $36,230
    Animal Caretakers $25,730
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $36,350
    Funeral Attendants $41,600
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,180

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southwest Iowa is $12.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $14.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southwest Iowa is 21.7% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $18,000 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $21,140.