Childcare Workers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $28,480 -11.1% vs national
Median hourly $13.69
10th percentile $21,030
90th percentile $39,630
Employed locally 640
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,030
    25th
    $23,100
    50th (median)
    $28,480
    75th
    $34,040
    90th
    $39,630

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $23,860
    Recreation Workers $36,560
    Animal Caretakers $28,430
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $37,810
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $46,360
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $27,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Western North Carolina is $13.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.94 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Western North Carolina is 11.1% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $21,030 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,100.