What are the main factors that influence an Infant Teacher'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 Infant Teacher?

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

How does experience change An Infant Teacher's salary?

An Infant Teacher's salary grows with experience: a Infant Teacher (0-0 years)earns $43,297, a Child Caregiver I (0-1 years)earns $33,085, a Child Caregiver II (1-3 years)earns $37,343,

What are the highest paying states for an Infant Teacher?

Infant Teacher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Infant Teacher roles are District of Columbia $47,690, California $47,509, Massachusetts $46,876. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Infant Teacher roles make?

Salaries for Infant Teacher level roles vary by specialization: Infant Certified Teacher: $44,604; Lead Infant Teacher: $43,982; Infant Assistant: $43,712; Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher: $43,347; Infant Toddler Teacher: $43,308.

Infant Teacher Salary in Delaware

How much does an Infant Teacher make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Infant Teacher in Delaware is $43,620 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, an Infant Teacher's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,003
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,608 to $48,008
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,045

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Infant Teacher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,008	$4,001	$923	$23
Average	$43,620	$3,635	$839	$21
25th Percentile	$38,608	$3,217	$742	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Infant Teacher Salaries

An Infant Teacher'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 Infant Teacher 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 Infant Teachers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,690.
California: $47,509.
Massachusetts: $46,876.

District of Columbia $47,690 California $47,509 Massachusetts $46,876 Washington $46,704 New Jersey $46,687 Alaska $46,626 Connecticut $46,032 New York $45,791

Hawaii $45,020 Rhode Island $44,658 Maryland $44,412 Minnesota $44,076 Colorado $43,947 Illinois $43,904 Oregon $43,741 Delaware $43,620

New Hampshire $43,544 Virginia $43,374 Pennsylvania $42,879 Nevada $42,629 North Dakota $42,547 Michigan $42,418 Wisconsin $42,371 Vermont $42,276

Texas $42,013 Maine $41,996 Arizona $41,970 Ohio $41,940 Georgia $41,544 Indiana $41,346 Wyoming $41,307 Utah $41,247

Iowa $41,221 Kansas $41,014 Louisiana $40,954 North Carolina $40,932 Missouri $40,924 Florida $40,756 Montana $40,665 Nebraska $40,579

Kentucky $40,532 South Carolina $40,359 Tennessee $40,252 Idaho $40,209 New Mexico $39,894 Oklahoma $39,825 Alabama $39,571 South Dakota $39,145

Arkansas $38,912 West Virginia $38,787 Mississippi $38,412

Top Paying Cities for Infant Teachers

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: $43,424
Little Creek: $43,741
Magnolia: $43,679

Lincoln, DE $43,424 Little Creek, DE $43,741 Magnolia, DE $43,679 Milford, DE $43,534 Marydel, DE $43,605 Millsboro, DE $43,241 Millville, DE $43,308 Milton, DE $43,383

Nassau, DE $43,414 Ocean View, DE $43,301 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,384 Seaford, DE $43,408 Selbyville, DE $43,229 Smyrna, DE $43,772 Viola, DE $43,570 Woodside, DE $43,687

Bear, DE $43,586 Newark, DE $43,570 Claymont, DE $43,659 Delaware City, DE $43,613 Hockessin, DE $43,566 Kirkwood, DE $43,605 Middletown, DE $43,622 Montchanin, DE $43,576

New Castle, DE $43,582 Odessa, DE $43,644 Port Penn, DE $43,673 Rockland, DE $43,580 Saint Georges, DE $43,608 Townsend, DE $43,675 Winterthur, DE $43,585 Lewes, DE $43,400

Wilmington, DE $43,568 Dover, DE $43,741 Dover Afb, DE $43,511 Bethany Beach, DE $43,255 Bethel, DE $43,300 Bridgeville, DE $43,402 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,618 Cheswold, DE $43,727

Clayton, DE $43,728 Dagsboro, DE $43,225 Delmar, DE $43,156 Ellendale, DE $43,287 Felton, DE $43,530 Fenwick Island, DE $43,234 Frankford, DE $43,159 Frederica, DE $43,573

Georgetown, DE $43,209 Greenwood, DE $43,409 Harbeson, DE $43,255 Harrington, DE $43,475 Hartly, DE $43,610 Houston, DE $43,413 Kenton, DE $43,731 Laurel, DE $43,183

Yorklyn, DE $43,579

Infant Teacher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Infant Teacher 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, Infant Teacher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Infant Teacher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Infant Teacher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$65,430	$31.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$52,344	$25.0	20%

Infant Teacher Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Infant Teacher'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 August 01, 2026

$38,608

Average $43,620/year

$48,008

$3,217

Average $3,635/month

$4,001

$742

Average $839/week

$923

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,008	$4,001	$923	$23
Average	$43,620	$3,635	$839	$21
25th Percentile	$38,608	$3,217	$742	$19

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