Childcare Workers Salary in Texas
Childcare Workers in Texas earn a median of $28,570 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $28,570
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 41 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 34,160
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $21,750; the top 10% earn over $37,290. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Texas
Similar jobs in Texas
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$33,860 median in Texas
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$65,680 median in Texas
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$63,780 median in Texas
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$64,610 median in Texas
- Residential Advisors$37,630 median in Texas
- Nannies$28,570 median in Texas (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Texas
How much do childcare workers make in Texas?
The median is $28,570 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $21,750 and the top 10% earn over $37,290. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 41 of 51 (−18% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.