How much does a childcare worker make in Jackson?
$21,770a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Jackson, MS metro area. That is $10.47 an hour or $1,814 a month.
- Hourly
- $10.47
- Vs. national median
- -38%
- Rank among cities
- 382 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 1,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $18,350Median: $21,770Highest 10%: $37,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $18,350 | $8.82 | |
| 25th | $19,720 | $9.48 | |
| Median | $21,770 | $10.47 | |
| 75th | $26,390 | $12.69 | |
| 90th | $37,560 | $18.06 |
Other cities in Mississippi
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| Memphis, TN | $28,860 |
| Gulfport, MS | $22,290 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $21,590 |
Related jobs in Jackson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $46,800 |
| Skincare Specialist | $43,880 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $39,130 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $38,770 |
| Barber | $38,480 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $37,900 |
| Residential Advisor | $33,620 |
| Animal Caretaker | $27,110 |
| Hairdresser | $26,990 |
| Recreation Worker | $24,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Jackson?
The median hourly pay in the Jackson, MS metro area is $10.47 ($21,770 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Jackson than the national average?
No: $21,770 against $34,980 nationally, 38% less.
How does Jackson compare with the rest of Mississippi?
The median in Mississippi is $22,050, so Jackson pays 1% less.
Where does Jackson rank for childcare worker pay?
382 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Jackson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $18,350 or less a year; the top 10% make $37,560 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.