Childcare Workers Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $29,360 -8.4% vs national
Median hourly $14.12
10th percentile $24,020
90th percentile $38,390
Employed locally 320
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,020
    25th
    $27,280
    50th (median)
    $29,360
    75th
    $34,440
    90th
    $38,390

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Recreation Workers$35,530
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$30,460
    Residential Advisors$47,080
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$40,780
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other$28,600
    Animal Caretakers$29,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Southwest Minnesota is $14.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.62 or more per hour.

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

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Southwest Minnesota is 8.4% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $24,020 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,280.