Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Childcare Worker jobs in Washington, DC

11,650 childcare workers employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $18.08/hour ($37,610/year) median · 8% above the national median.

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The median childcare worker salary in Washington, DC is $18.08/hour ($37,610/year), with a typical range of $35,550 to $44,600 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Median salary$18.08/hour ($37,610/year)BLS
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Childcare Worker pay in Washington, DC

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Washington metro. Half of Childcare Workers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $35,550 $37,610 $44,600
25th$35,550 Median$37,610 75th$44,600 vs US8% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area (SOC 39-9011, Childcare Worker). Full Childcare Worker salary guide →

What is a Childcare Worker salary in Washington?

The median childcare worker salary in Washington, DC is $18.08/hour ($37,610/year), with a typical range of $35,550 to $44,600 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 11,650 childcare workers employed in the Washington metro area.

Childcare Worker pay bands in Washington by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Lead Childcare Worker

Typical lead band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$35,353–$46,786
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Childcare Worker

Typical staff band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$32,532–$47,463
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Childcare Worker

Typical lead band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$33,096–$44,755
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Childcare Worker

Typical mid level band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$33,096–$41,371
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Childcare Worker

Typical mid level band in Washington
Example (illustrative)
Location
Washington, DC
Typical pay range
$31,968–$47,463
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Childcare Worker Career Ladder — Washington Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Washington’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Childcare Worker0–2 yrs$27,079
  2. Mid Childcare Worker2–5 yrs$35,729
  3. Senior Childcare Worker5–8 yrs$45,132
  4. Staff Childcare Worker8–12 yrs$54,534
  5. Lead Childcare Worker12+ yrs$63,937

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 39-9011, Childcare Worker).

Employers in the Childcare Worker hiring market in Washington

  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Washington post Childcare Worker jobs

Employers in the Washington metro typically post Childcare Worker roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Childcare Worker in Washington, DC — Common Questions

How much does a Childcare Worker earn in Washington, DC?
Median $18.08/hour ($37,610/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $35,550–$44,600. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Childcare Worker jobs are there in Washington?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 11,650 Childcare Worker roles employed in the Washington metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Washington employers use for Childcare Worker?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Childcare Worker jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Childcare Worker openings in Washington and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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