As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Daycare Assistant in Kalamazoo, MI is $27,959, equivalent to $13 per hour, $538 weekly, or $2,330 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Daycare Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Daycare Assistant in Kalamazoo, MI vary widely, spanning from $24,019 to $32,543. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($25,897) and 75th percentile ($30,359), while top earners (90th percentile) make $32,543 per year. This $4,462 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, Kalamazoo Daycare Assistant often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Kalamazoo currently ranks 499 statewide for Daycare Assistant job salary. 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 $24,019 Kalamazoo, MI July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $25,897 Kalamazoo, MI July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $27,959 Kalamazoo, MI July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $30,359 Kalamazoo, MI July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $32,543 Kalamazoo, MI July 01, 2026
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    Child Care Center Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Daycare Assistant

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Child Caregiver II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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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 Kalamazoo, MI. The base salary for Daycare Assistant ranges from $25,897 to $30,359 with the average base salary of $27,959. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $27,896 to $34,218 with the average total cash compensation of $30,872.

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About Kalamazoo, Michigan    Most of Kalamazoo is on the southwest bank of a major bend in the Kalamazoo River, with a small portion, about 2.8 square miles (7.3 km2), on the oppo....More

Kalamazoo, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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