LEAD Caregiver Salary in the United States

How much does a LEAD Caregiver make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a LEAD Caregiver in the United States is $45,259 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a LEAD Caregiver's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,462
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,939 to $50,076
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,005
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LEAD Caregiver Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $50,076 $4,173 $963 $24
Average $45,259 $3,772 $870 $22
25th Percentile $40,939 $3,412 $787 $20
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Key Factors That Influence LEAD Caregiver Salaries

A LEAD Caregiver'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects LEAD Caregiver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a LEAD Caregiver'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $42,954
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,279
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $43,930
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,905
  • Expert (over 8 years): $46,676
Levels Salary
Entry Level LEAD Caregiver$42,954
Intermediate Level LEAD Caregiver$43,279
Senior Level LEAD Caregiver$43,930
Specialist Level LEAD Caregiver$44,905
Expert Level LEAD Caregiver$46,676
$42,954 0 yr
$43,279 < 2 yrs
$43,930 2-4 yrs
$44,905 5-8 yrs
$46,676 > 8 yrs
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How Do LEAD Caregiver 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 LEAD Caregivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $50,111.
  • California: $49,921.
  • Massachusetts: $49,256.

Top Paying Cities for LEAD Caregivers

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:

  • San Jose: $57,086
  • San Francisco: $56,524
  • Oakland: $55,271

What Skills Can Increase a LEAD Caregiver's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Dedication (Mentioned in 5.9% Job Postings): Dedication is the quality of being dedicated or committed to a task or purpose. It produce high-quality results for your company and it helps nurture your work ethic and can lead to success.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 6.92% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.5% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Dedication 5.9%
Economics 6.92%
Housekeeping 1.5%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a LEAD Caregiver's salary.
  • Laundry Services: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Attention to Detail: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Laundry Services
 $52,953
17%
Quality Assurance
 $51,143
13%
Attention to Detail
 $51,143
13%
Problem Solving
 $51,143
13%
Dedication
 $50,238
11%
Time Management
 $49,785
10%
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How Education impacts a LEAD Caregiver's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many LEAD Caregivers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a LEAD Caregiver with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $38,580 and $40,380).

LEAD Caregiver Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for LEAD Caregiver
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 7.1%
High School 50.0%
Associates 23.8%
Bachelors 19.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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LEAD Caregiver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a LEAD Caregiver'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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$40,939
Average $45,259/year
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Average $3,772/month
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $50,076 $4,173 $963 $24
Average $45,259 $3,772 $870 $22
25th Percentile $40,939 $3,412 $787 $20

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Salary Trends for LEAD Caregiver

Salaries for a LEAD Caregiver can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $37,185 in 2023 to around $36,473 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of LEAD Caregiver salary trends, .

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