What are the main factors that influence a Day Care Worker I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Day Care Worker I?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Day Care Worker I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Day Care Worker 's salary?

A Day Care Worker 's salary grows with experience: a Children's Day Care Center Teacher (0-0 years)earns $43,708, a Day Care Worker I (0-1 years)earns $33,399, a Day Care Worker II (1-3 years)earns $37,698,

What are the highest paying states for a Day Care Worker I?

Day Care Worker I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Day Care Worker I roles are District of Columbia $36,600, California $36,400, Massachusetts $35,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Day Care Worker roles make?

Salaries for Day Care Worker level roles vary by specialization: Day Care Director: $143,321; Day Care Center Director: $80,100; Day Care Supervisor: $49,491; Day Care Coordinator: $47,743; Day Care Teacher: $43,201.

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Day Care Worker I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Day Care Worker I make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Day Care Worker I in Delaware is $33,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Day Care Worker I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,940
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,000 to $36,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,815

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Day Care Worker I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,300	$3,025	$698	$17
Average	$33,400	$2,783	$642	$16
25th Percentile	$31,000	$2,583	$596	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Day Care Worker I Salaries

A Day Care Worker I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Day Care Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Day Care Worker I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Children's Day Care Center Teacher (0-0 years): $43,708
Day Care Worker I (0-1 years): $33,399
Day Care Worker II (1-3 years): $37,698

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Children's Day Care Center Teacher	0-0 years	$43,708
Day Care Worker I	0-1 years	$33,399
Day Care Worker II	1-3 years	$37,698

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How Do Day Care Worker I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Day Care Worker Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $36,600.
California: $36,400.
Massachusetts: $35,900.

District of Columbia $36,600 California $36,400 Massachusetts $35,900 Washington $35,800 New Jersey $35,800 Alaska $35,800 Connecticut $35,300 New York $35,100

Hawaii $34,500 Rhode Island $34,200 Maryland $34,100 Minnesota $33,800 Illinois $33,700 Colorado $33,700 Oregon $33,500 Delaware $33,400

New Hampshire $33,400 Virginia $33,300 Pennsylvania $32,900 Nevada $32,700 North Dakota $32,600 Michigan $32,500 Wisconsin $32,500 Vermont $32,400

Ohio $32,200 Arizona $32,200 Maine $32,200 Texas $32,200 Georgia $31,900 Indiana $31,700 Wyoming $31,700 Utah $31,600

Iowa $31,600 Kansas $31,500 Louisiana $31,400 North Carolina $31,400 Missouri $31,400 Florida $31,300 Montana $31,200 Nebraska $31,100

Kentucky $31,100 South Carolina $31,000 Tennessee $30,900 Idaho $30,800 New Mexico $30,600 Oklahoma $30,500 Alabama $30,300 South Dakota $30,000

Arkansas $29,800 West Virginia $29,700 Mississippi $29,500

Top Paying Cities for Day Care Worker Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $33,300
Little Creek: $33,500
Magnolia: $33,500

Lincoln, DE $33,300 Little Creek, DE $33,500 Magnolia, DE $33,500 Milford, DE $33,400 Marydel, DE $33,400 Millsboro, DE $33,200 Millville, DE $33,200 Milton, DE $33,300

Nassau, DE $33,300 Ocean View, DE $33,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $33,300 Seaford, DE $33,300 Selbyville, DE $33,100 Smyrna, DE $33,600 Viola, DE $33,400 Woodside, DE $33,500

Bear, DE $33,400 Newark, DE $33,400 Claymont, DE $33,500 Delaware City, DE $33,400 Hockessin, DE $33,400 Kirkwood, DE $33,400 Middletown, DE $33,500 Montchanin, DE $33,400

New Castle, DE $33,400 Odessa, DE $33,500 Port Penn, DE $33,500 Rockland, DE $33,400 Saint Georges, DE $33,400 Townsend, DE $33,500 Winterthur, DE $33,400 Lewes, DE $33,300

Wilmington, DE $33,400 Dover, DE $33,500 Dover Afb, DE $33,400 Bethany Beach, DE $33,200 Bethel, DE $33,200 Bridgeville, DE $33,300 Camden Wyoming, DE $33,400 Cheswold, DE $33,500

Clayton, DE $33,500 Dagsboro, DE $33,100 Delmar, DE $33,100 Ellendale, DE $33,200 Felton, DE $33,400 Fenwick Island, DE $33,200 Frankford, DE $33,100 Frederica, DE $33,400

Georgetown, DE $33,100 Greenwood, DE $33,300 Harbeson, DE $33,200 Harrington, DE $33,300 Hartly, DE $33,400 Houston, DE $33,300 Kenton, DE $33,500 Laurel, DE $33,100

Yorklyn, DE $33,400

Day Care Worker I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Day Care Worker I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $35,819. While startup companies pay approximate $30,408.

Day Care Worker I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$30,408
Growth Stage	51~500	$32,133
Established	501~5000	$34,618
Enterprise	5000+	$35,819

Day Care Worker I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Day Care Worker I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Day Care Worker positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Day Care Worker I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Day Care Worker I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$43,420	$21.0	30%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$36,740	$18.0	10%

Day Care Worker I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Day Care Worker I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Average $642/week

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$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,300	$3,025	$698	$17
Average	$33,400	$2,783	$642	$16
25th Percentile	$31,000	$2,583	$596	$15

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Day Care Worker I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Day Care Worker I make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Day Care Worker I Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Day Care Worker Salaries?

How Do Day Care Worker I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Day Care Worker Is

Day Care Worker I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Day Care Worker I Salary by Company Size

Day Care Worker I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Day Care Worker I

Day Care Worker I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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