Childcare Workers wage levels in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ

In New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, a Childcare Workers job reaches Level III at $39,999 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 39-9011 · OEWS area 35620 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Childcare Workers (SOC 39-9011), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$34,861$16.76
Level II2$37,420$17.99
Level III3$39,999$19.23
Level IV4$42,557$20.46

Annual amounts are the hourly rate × 2,080, rounded up to the dollar.

Example

At $40,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $42,557 (+$2,557). Estimated odds without a US master's: 59% → 69%.

The level you register binds the petition. The salary must be a bona fide offer.

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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