Childcare Workers wage levels by area

Depending on the area, a Childcare Workers job reaches Level III at $35,381 to $40,144 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 39-9011 · 3 areas · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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Where each level starts

Annual salary at which each wage level starts for Childcare Workers (SOC 39-9011), by area
Level ILevel IILevel IIILevel IV
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ
$34,861$37,420$39,999$42,557
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
$33,426$36,775$40,144$43,493
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL
$29,536$32,469$35,381$38,314

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What this occupation covers

Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks, such as dressing, feeding, bathing, and overseeing play.

OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864

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