As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Private Duty Caregiver in the US is $34,935, equivalent to $17 per hour, $672 weekly, or $2,911 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Private Duty Caregiver in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Private Duty Caregiver in the US vary widely, spanning from $29,713 to $41,398. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,202) and 75th percentile ($38,318), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,398 per year. This $6,116 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or CPR, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Private Duty Caregiver often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 35 companies and industry startups. 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
Private Duty Caregiver Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Duty Caregiver Salary $29,713 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Private Duty Caregiver Salary $32,202 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Private Duty Caregiver Salary $34,935 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Private Duty Caregiver Salary $38,318 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Private Duty Caregiver Salary $41,398 US September 01, 2026
25% $32,202 10% $29,713 90% $41,398 75% $38,318 $34,935 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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