Childcare Worker Salary in Columbus, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$31,956
Hourly Rate
$15.36
/hour
Jobs in Area
893
employed
Childcare Worker Salary Range in Columbus, OH
Annual Salary Range
$20k
10th percentile
$26k
25th
$37k
75th
$45k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $20,278 | $9.75 |
| 25th Percentile | $25,860 | $12.43 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $31,956 | $15.36 |
| 75th Percentile | $37,215 | $17.89 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $44,580 | $21.43 |
| Average (Mean) | $34,719 | $16.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Childcare Worker salary in Columbus, OH is $31,956 per year or $15.36 per hour as of 2024. 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 2024. The geographic area covered is the Columbus Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Columbus, OH Compares
vs National Average
$33,750
vs Ohio Average
$32,820
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$34,435
Cost of living in Columbus, OH is 7.2% below the national average.
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