How much does a Child Care Worker make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Child Care Worker in California is $36,089. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $34,143 to $39,002, with most professionals earning between $32,371 and $41,654.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Child Care Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $32,371 CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $34,143 CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $36,089 CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $39,002 CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Child Care Worker Salary $41,654 CA April 01, 2025
25% $34,143 10% $32,371 90% $41,654 75% $39,002 $36,089 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $35,388 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $36,117 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $37,175 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $35,361 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $34,540 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $36,688 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $35,435 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $33,642 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $41,248 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $41,153 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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    Child Care Center Teacher


    Associate's Degree

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    Child Care Worker

    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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