Childcare Workers Salary in Springfield, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Springfield, OH

Median annual salary $26,810 -16.3% vs national
Median hourly $12.89
10th percentile $22,280
90th percentile $38,690
Employed locally 80
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,280
    25th
    $24,370
    50th (median)
    $26,810
    75th
    $33,800
    90th
    $38,690

    Springfield economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $60,846 2023 • Census ACS
    Childcare Workers salary vs area income 44% Median Childcare Workers salary is 56% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Childcare Workers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Cleveland, OH $29,050
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $28,940
    Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH $28,710
    Akron, OH $28,450
    Columbus, OH $28,330
    Sandusky, OH $28,240

    Related occupations in Springfield, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    Animal Caretakers$28,920
    Recreation Workers$30,340
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists$29,060
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$31,700
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$22,880
    Residential Advisors$31,290

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Springfield?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Springfield, OH is $12.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.39 or more per hour.

    Is Springfield above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Springfield, OH is 16.3% 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 Springfield?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $22,280 per year in Springfield, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,370.