Childcare Workers pay in Lincoln
In Lincoln (NE), the median pay for childcare workers is $14.35 an hour ($29,860 a year). About 1,920 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($34,980). It is 3% lower than the Nebraska median ($30,740).
Pay range for childcare workers in Lincoln (NE)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.50 | $28,080 |
| 25% of workers | $13.92 | $28,960 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.35 | $29,860 |
| 75% of workers | $16.83 | $35,000 |
| 90% of workers | $17.90 | $37,220 |
Childcare Workers pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $31,330 | 4,940 |
| Grand Island | $30,000 | 320 |
| Lincoln (this page) | $29,860 | 1,920 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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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