Childcare Workers pay in Jackson
In Jackson (MS), the median pay for childcare workers is $10.47 an hour ($21,770 a year). About 1,600 people work in this job there.
That is 38% lower than the U.S. median ($34,980). It is about the same as the Mississippi median ($22,050).
Pay range for childcare workers in Jackson (MS)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $8.82 | $18,350 |
| 25% of workers | $9.48 | $19,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $10.47 | $21,770 |
| 75% of workers | $12.69 | $26,390 |
| 90% of workers | $18.06 | $37,560 |
Childcare Workers pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $22,290 | 610 |
| Jackson (this page) | $21,770 | 1,600 |
| Hattiesburg | $21,590 | 290 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for childcare workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2% over ten years, declining · about 150,300 openings a year (BLS)
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