As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Daycare Assistant in Ackerman, MS is $24,507, equivalent to $12 per hour, $471 weekly, or $2,042 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Daycare Assistant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Daycare Assistant in Ackerman, MS vary widely, spanning from $21,055 to $28,529. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($22,700) and 75th percentile ($26,612), while top earners (90th percentile) make $28,529 per year. This $3,912 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Child Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Ackerman Daycare Assistant often earn 5.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Daycare Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $21,055 Ackerman, MS February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $22,700 Ackerman, MS February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $24,507 Ackerman, MS February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $26,612 Ackerman, MS February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $28,529 Ackerman, MS February 01, 2026
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Daycare Assistant in Ackerman, MS. The base salary for Daycare Assistant ranges from $22,700 to $26,612 with the average base salary of $24,507. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $24,122 to $29,588 with the average total cash compensation of $26,693.

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About Ackerman, Mississippi    Ackerman is a town in Choctaw County, Mississippi, United States. The population was 1,510 at the 2010 census, down from 1,696 at the 2000 census. It ....More

Ackerman, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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