What are the main factors that influence an Early Childhood Educator'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 Early Childhood Educator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Early Childhood Educator roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Early Childhood Educator's salary?

An Early Childhood Educator's salary grows with experience: a Early Childhood Educator (0-0 years)earns $43,204, a Child Caregiver I (0-1 years)earns $33,015, a Child Caregiver II (1-3 years)earns $37,260,

What are the highest paying states for an Early Childhood Educator?

Early Childhood Educator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Early Childhood Educator roles are District of Columbia $47,588, California $47,407, Massachusetts $46,776. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Early Childhood Educator roles make?

Salaries for Early Childhood Educator level roles vary by specialization: Early Childhood Director: $99,342; Early Childhood Coordinator: $55,912; Early Childhood Specialist: $54,736; Early Childhood Special Educator: $54,462; early childhood development: $45,428.

Early Childhood Educator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Early Childhood Educator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Early Childhood Educator in Delaware is $43,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Early Childhood Educator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,897
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,525 to $47,908
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,972

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Early Childhood Educator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,908	$3,992	$921	$23
Average	$43,526	$3,627	$837	$21
25th Percentile	$38,525	$3,210	$741	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Early Childhood Educator Salaries

An Early Childhood Educator'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 Do Early Childhood Educator 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 Early Childhood Educators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,588.
California: $47,407.
Massachusetts: $46,776.

District of Columbia $47,588 California $47,407 Massachusetts $46,776 Washington $46,604 New Jersey $46,586 Alaska $46,526 Connecticut $45,933 New York $45,692

Hawaii $44,923 Rhode Island $44,562 Maryland $44,317 Minnesota $43,982 Colorado $43,853 Illinois $43,810 Oregon $43,647 Delaware $43,526

New Hampshire $43,451 Virginia $43,281 Pennsylvania $42,787 Nevada $42,538 North Dakota $42,456 Michigan $42,327 Wisconsin $42,280 Vermont $42,185

Texas $41,923 Maine $41,906 Arizona $41,880 Ohio $41,850 Georgia $41,455 Indiana $41,257 Wyoming $41,218 Utah $41,158

Iowa $41,132 Kansas $40,926 Louisiana $40,866 North Carolina $40,844 Missouri $40,836 Florida $40,668 Montana $40,578 Nebraska $40,492

Kentucky $40,445 South Carolina $40,273 Tennessee $40,165 Idaho $40,122 New Mexico $39,808 Oklahoma $39,740 Alabama $39,486 South Dakota $39,061

Arkansas $38,828 West Virginia $38,704 Mississippi $38,330

Top Paying Cities for Early Childhood Educators

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: $43,330
Little Creek: $43,647
Magnolia: $43,585

Lincoln, DE $43,330 Little Creek, DE $43,647 Magnolia, DE $43,585 Milford, DE $43,440 Marydel, DE $43,512 Millsboro, DE $43,148 Millville, DE $43,215 Milton, DE $43,290

Nassau, DE $43,321 Ocean View, DE $43,208 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,291 Seaford, DE $43,315 Selbyville, DE $43,136 Smyrna, DE $43,678 Viola, DE $43,476 Woodside, DE $43,593

Bear, DE $43,493 Newark, DE $43,476 Claymont, DE $43,565 Delaware City, DE $43,520 Hockessin, DE $43,473 Kirkwood, DE $43,512 Middletown, DE $43,528 Montchanin, DE $43,482

New Castle, DE $43,489 Odessa, DE $43,550 Port Penn, DE $43,579 Rockland, DE $43,487 Saint Georges, DE $43,515 Townsend, DE $43,582 Winterthur, DE $43,492 Lewes, DE $43,307

Wilmington, DE $43,475 Dover, DE $43,647 Dover Afb, DE $43,418 Bethany Beach, DE $43,162 Bethel, DE $43,207 Bridgeville, DE $43,309 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,525 Cheswold, DE $43,633

Clayton, DE $43,635 Dagsboro, DE $43,132 Delmar, DE $43,063 Ellendale, DE $43,194 Felton, DE $43,437 Fenwick Island, DE $43,142 Frankford, DE $43,066 Frederica, DE $43,480

Georgetown, DE $43,116 Greenwood, DE $43,316 Harbeson, DE $43,162 Harrington, DE $43,382 Hartly, DE $43,517 Houston, DE $43,320 Kenton, DE $43,637 Laurel, DE $43,090

Yorklyn, DE $43,485

Early Childhood Educator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Early Childhood Educator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (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 50% above the average. In contrast, Early Childhood Educator positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Early Childhood Educator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Early Childhood Educator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$65,289	$31.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$52,232	$25.0	20%

Early Childhood Educator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Early Childhood Educator'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$38,525

Average $43,526/year

$47,908

$3,210

Average $3,627/month

$3,992

$741

Average $837/week

$921

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,908	$3,992	$921	$23
Average	$43,526	$3,627	$837	$21
25th Percentile	$38,525	$3,210	$741	$19

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