Childcare Workers Salary in Florida
Childcare Workers in Florida earn a median of $34,210 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $34,210
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 21,760
Pay range in Florida
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,960; the top 10% earn over $44,730. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Florida
Similar jobs in Florida
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$35,860 median in Florida
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$58,240 median in Florida
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$58,100 median in Florida
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$62,140 median in Florida
- Residential Advisors$40,660 median in Florida
- Nannies$34,210 median in Florida (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Florida
How much do childcare workers make in Florida?
The median is $34,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,960 and the top 10% earn over $44,730. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Florida a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 51 (−2% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.