SOC 11-9031 · May 2025 · United States
Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare across the United States is $59,300 per year, measured over 73,660 jobs. The highest state median is in New York, at $96,810.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
Pay for this occupation varies by 131.7% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. New York pays $96,810 and Alabama pays $41,780.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $96,810 | 3,950 | |
| 2 | New Jersey | $78,770 | 2,900 | |
| 3 | District of Columbia | $77,850 | 410 | |
| 4 | Alaska | $75,540 | 60 | |
| 5 | Washington | $70,470 | 1,560 | |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $70,320 | 2,260 | |
| 7 | California | $67,100 | 9,810 | |
| 8 | Hawaii | $65,080 | 260 | |
| 9 | Colorado | $64,620 | 1,150 | |
| 10 | South Dakota | $63,240 | 150 |
States with the most Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 9,810 | $67,100 | |
| 2 | Florida | 5,980 | $56,750 | |
| 3 | Texas | 5,480 | $50,840 | |
| 4 | Pennsylvania | 4,100 | $56,380 | |
| 5 | New York | 3,950 | $96,810 | |
| 6 | Illinois | 3,090 | $58,550 | |
| 7 | Ohio | 3,030 | $49,580 | |
| 8 | New Jersey | 2,900 | $78,770 | |
| 9 | North Carolina | 2,410 | $57,200 | |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 2,260 | $70,320 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | $98,470 | 5,020 |
| 2 | Mount Vernon | $83,600 | 40 |
| 3 | San Francisco | $78,770 | 1,920 |
| 4 | Salinas | $76,620 | 120 |
| 5 | Trenton | $76,390 | 160 |
| 6 | Barnstable Town | $74,080 | 40 |
| 7 | Vineland | $73,480 | 60 |
| 8 | Visalia | $73,100 | 60 |
| 9 | Kiryas Joel | $72,910 | 150 |
| 10 | Boston | $72,560 | 1,770 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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