Childcare Workers Salary in Oregon
Childcare Workers in Oregon earn a median of $38,650 a year, +10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $38,650
- vs. U.S. median
- +10% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,240
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,580; the top 10% earn over $46,450. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Oregon
Similar jobs in Oregon
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$45,140 median in Oregon
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$77,490 median in Oregon
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$68,580 median in Oregon
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$78,380 median in Oregon
- Residential Advisors$47,160 median in Oregon
- Nannies$38,650 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Oregon
How much do childcare workers make in Oregon?
The median is $38,650 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,580 and the top 10% earn over $46,450. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 51 (+10% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.