As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Daycare Assistant in Mesa, AZ is $28,691, equivalent to $14 per hour, $552 weekly, or $2,391 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 Mesa, AZ vary widely, spanning from $24,647 to $33,396. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($26,574) and 75th percentile ($31,154), while top earners (90th percentile) make $33,396 per year. This $4,580 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, Mesa Daycare Assistant often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Mesa currently ranks 384 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 $24,647 Mesa, AZ May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $26,574 Mesa, AZ May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $28,691 Mesa, AZ May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $31,154 Mesa, AZ May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Daycare Assistant Salary $33,396 Mesa, AZ May 01, 2026
25% $26,574 10% $24,647 90% $33,396 75% $31,154 $28,691 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
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About Mesa, Arizona    Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in th....More

Mesa, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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