Childcare Worker Salary in Indianapolis, IN

Median: $14.73/hour ($30,650/year) — $4,330 (12%) below the national median. Range: $29,170–$35,380.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Childcare Worker salary guide

The median Childcare Worker salary in Indianapolis, IN is $14.73/hour ($30,650/year) ($4,330 (12%) below the national median), with a typical range of $29,170–$35,380. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$14.73/hour ($30,650/year)BLS
Range$29,170–$35,380BLS
### Key facts for Childcare Worker in Indianapolis Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Childcare Worker Salary in Indianapolis vs. National Average

25th Pct (Indianapolis) $29,170
Median (Indianapolis) $30,650
75th Pct (Indianapolis) $35,380

National median: $34,980/yr. Indianapolis is $4,330 (12%) below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area (SOC 39-9011, Childcare Worker).

Childcare Worker pay in Indianapolis, IN — common questions

How much does a Childcare Worker make in Indianapolis, IN?
The median Childcare Worker salary in Indianapolis, IN is $14.73/hour ($30,650/year) ($4,330 (12%) below the national median), with a typical range of $29,170–$35,380 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Indianapolis a strong pay market for Childcare Workers?
At a $30,650 median, Indianapolis is $4,330 (12%) below the national median. The U.S. median is $34,980. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Childcare Worker in Indianapolis?
Target employers paying toward the $35,380 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Childcare Worker openings in Indianapolis and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Childcare Worker salary in nearby markets

Charlotte, NC ($30,390) · San Francisco, CA ($44,540) · Columbus, OH ($30,280) · Seattle, WA ($43,710) · Fort Worth, TX ($31,110) · Denver, CO ($44,320) · Jacksonville, FL ($35,210) · Nashville, TN ($34,450)

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