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Childcare Workers Salary in Wisconsin
Ranked #25 of 51 · WI
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in Wisconsin earn between $24,650 and $42,830. 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 Wisconsin is $33,420, about 4.6% below the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $16/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $38,680 | $35,110 | 60 |
| Green Bay, WI | $34,650 | $34,580 | 460 |
| Madison, WI | $34,450 | $35,190 | 680 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $33,280 | $33,450 | 1,840 |
| Sheboygan, WI | $33,030 | $35,230 | 120 |
| Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI | $32,460 | $34,750 | 110 |
| Appleton, WI | $31,140 | $32,050 | 260 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $30,950 | $32,870 | 140 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in Wisconsin?
The median childcare workers salary in Wisconsin is $32,460 per year (mean $33,420), and about 80% earn between $24,650 and $42,830.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in Wisconsin?
Roughly $16 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $33,420 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Wisconsin a high-paying state for childcare workers?
Wisconsin ranks #25 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $33,420 is about 4.6% below the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in Wisconsin pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Wisconsin for childcare workers are Northwestern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area ($38,680), Green Bay, WI ($34,650), Madison, WI ($34,450), by median annual wage.