Childcare Worker Salary in Milwaukee, WI
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$29,466
Hourly Rate
$14.17
/hour
Jobs in Area
953
employed
Childcare Worker Salary Range in Milwaukee, WI
Annual Salary Range
$19k
10th percentile
$24k
25th
$36k
75th
$43k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $19,415 | $9.33 |
| 25th Percentile | $24,275 | $11.67 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $29,466 | $14.17 |
| 75th Percentile | $36,120 | $17.37 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $42,722 | $20.54 |
| Average (Mean) | $31,441 | $15.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Childcare Worker salary in Milwaukee, WI is $29,466 per year or $14.17 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Milwaukee-Waukesha Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Milwaukee, WI Compares
vs National Average
$30,850
vs Wisconsin Average
$30,314
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$31,280
Cost of living in Milwaukee, WI is 5.8% below the national average.
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