Childcare Worker Salary in Philadelphia, PA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$31,059
Hourly Rate
$14.93
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,088
employed
Childcare Worker Salary Range in Philadelphia, PA
Annual Salary Range
$21k
10th percentile
$25k
25th
$37k
75th
$44k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $20,961 | $10.08 |
| 25th Percentile | $24,803 | $11.92 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $31,059 | $14.93 |
| 75th Percentile | $36,791 | $17.69 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $44,475 | $21.38 |
| Average (Mean) | $32,920 | $15.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Childcare Worker salary in Philadelphia, PA is $31,059 per year or $14.93 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 Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Philadelphia, PA Compares
vs National Average
$30,850
vs Pennsylvania Average
$28,792
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$29,807
Cost of living in Philadelphia, PA is 4.2% above the national average.
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