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Childcare Workers Salary in Alabama
Ranked #50 of 51 · AL
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in Alabama earn between $18,680 and $32,330. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean childcare workers salary in Alabama is $25,120, about 28.3% below the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $12/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Alabama
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $26,200 | $24,750 | 200 |
| Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $25,870 | $27,300 | 520 |
| Huntsville, AL | $23,110 | $26,310 | 440 |
| Birmingham, AL | $23,070 | $25,560 | 920 |
| Montgomery, AL | $22,720 | $25,790 | 660 |
| Auburn-Opelika, AL | $22,640 | $24,090 | — |
| Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area | $22,500 | $23,820 | 180 |
| Mobile, AL | $22,350 | $24,370 | 370 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in Alabama?
The median childcare workers salary in Alabama is $22,720 per year (mean $25,120), and about 80% earn between $18,680 and $32,330.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in Alabama?
Roughly $12 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $25,120 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Alabama a high-paying state for childcare workers?
Alabama ranks #50 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $25,120 is about 28.3% below the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in Alabama pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Alabama for childcare workers are Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area ($26,200), Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area ($25,870), Huntsville, AL ($23,110), by median annual wage.