Childcare Worker Salary in Tampa, FL
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$33,254
Hourly Rate
$15.99
/hour
Jobs in Area
791
employed
Childcare Worker Salary Range in Tampa, FL
Annual Salary Range
$22k
10th percentile
$27k
25th
$41k
75th
$48k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $21,555 | $10.36 |
| 25th Percentile | $26,805 | $12.89 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $33,254 | $15.99 |
| 75th Percentile | $40,686 | $19.56 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $47,724 | $22.94 |
| Average (Mean) | $35,199 | $16.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Childcare Worker salary in Tampa, FL is $33,254 per year or $15.99 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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Tampa, FL Compares
vs National Average
$33,750
vs Florida Average
$34,301
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$34,107
Cost of living in Tampa, FL is 2.5% below the national average.
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