As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Direct Care Worker in Toledo, OH is $34,319, equivalent to $16 per hour, $660 weekly, or $2,860 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Direct Care Worker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Direct Care Worker in Toledo, OH vary widely, spanning from $27,588 to $37,625. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,796) and 75th percentile ($36,050), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,625 per year. This $5,254 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Long Term Care, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Toledo Direct Care Worker often earn 1.0% lower than national averages. However, Toledo currently ranks 493 statewide for Direct Care Worker 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
Direct Care Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Direct Care Worker Salary $27,588 Toledo, OH May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Direct Care Worker Salary $30,796 Toledo, OH May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Direct Care Worker Salary $34,319 Toledo, OH May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Direct Care Worker Salary $36,050 Toledo, OH May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Direct Care Worker Salary $37,625 Toledo, OH May 01, 2026
25% $30,796 10% $27,588 90% $37,625 75% $36,050 $34,319 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Toledo, Ohio    Toledo (/təˈliːdoʊ/) is a city in and the county seat of Lucas County, Ohio, United States. Toledo is in northwest Ohio, at the western end of Lake Er....More

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