As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Child Advocate in the US is $69,176, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,330 weekly, or $5,765 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Child Advocate in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Child Advocate in the US vary widely, spanning from $55,893 to $85,565. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,223) and 75th percentile ($77,755), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,565 per year. This $15,532 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Patient Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Child Advocate often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 51 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Child Advocate Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Child Advocate Salary $55,893 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Child Advocate Salary $62,223 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Child Advocate Salary $69,176 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Child Advocate Salary $77,755 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Child Advocate Salary $85,565 US January 01, 2026
25% $62,223 10% $55,893 90% $85,565 75% $77,755 $69,176 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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