How much does a childcare worker make in Alexandria?
$22,350a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Alexandria, LA metro area. That is $10.75 an hour or $1,863 a month.
- Hourly
- $10.75
- Vs. national median
- -36%
- Rank among cities
- 363 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $17,990Median: $22,350Highest 10%: $33,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $17,990 | $8.65 | |
| 25th | $20,950 | $10.07 | |
| Median | $22,350 | $10.75 | |
| 75th | $28,040 | $13.48 | |
| 90th | $33,510 | $16.11 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| New Orleans, LA | $27,630 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $25,550 |
| Slidell, LA | $22,610 |
| Shreveport, LA | $22,590 |
| Hammond, LA | $22,150 |
| Houma, LA | $22,100 |
| Lafayette, LA | $21,840 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $21,820 |
Related jobs in Alexandria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Recreation Worker | $29,870 |
| Animal Caretaker | $27,060 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $26,540 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendant | $24,760 |
| Hairdresser | $23,580 |
| Personal Care and Service Worker | $21,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Alexandria?
The median hourly pay in the Alexandria, LA metro area is $10.75 ($22,350 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Alexandria than the national average?
No: $22,350 against $34,980 nationally, 36% less.
How does Alexandria compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $22,900, so Alexandria pays 2% less.
Where does Alexandria rank for childcare worker pay?
363 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Alexandria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $17,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $33,510 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.