How much does a Day Care Worker make in Delaware? (2026)

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Day Care Worker in Delaware is $33,073 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.However, a Day Care Worker's salary can vary significantly. Hereâ€™s a look at the typical salary range:Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,793Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,700 to $36,067Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,540

What are the main factors that influence a Day Care Worker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Day Care Worker?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Day Care Worker roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Day Care Worker's salary?

A Day Care Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $32,271 for beginners, reaching about $33,157 at mid-level, and approach $33,364 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Day Care Worker?

Day Care Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Day Care Worker roles are District of Columbia $36,160, California $36,022, Massachusetts $35,542. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Day Care Worker roles make?

Salaries for Day Care Worker level roles vary by specialization: Day Care Director: $143,340; Day Care Center Director: $74,000; Day Care Supervisor: $49,491; Day Care Coordinator: $47,742; Day Care Teacher: $43,201.

Day Care Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Day Care Worker make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Day Care Worker in Delaware is $33,073 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

However, a Day Care Worker's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,793
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,700 to $36,067
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,540

10% $28,540

50% (Median) $33,073

90% $38,793

Day Care Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,067	$3,006	$694	$17
Average	$33,073	$2,756	$636	$16
25th Percentile	$30,700	$2,558	$590	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Day Care Worker Salaries

A Day Care Worker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Day Care Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Day Care Worker's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $32,271
Early Career (1-2 years): $32,741
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $33,157
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $33,281
Expert (over 8 years): $33,364

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Day Care Worker	less than 1 year	$32,271
Early Career Level Day Care Worker	1-2 years	$32,741
Mid-Level Level Day Care Worker	2-4 years	$33,157
Senior-Level Level Day Care Worker	5-8 years	$33,281
Expert Level Day Care Worker	over 8 years	$33,364

How Do Day Care Worker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Day Care Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $36,160.
California: $36,022.
Massachusetts: $35,542.

District of Columbia $36,160 California $36,022 Massachusetts $35,542 Washington $35,412 New Jersey $35,399 Alaska $35,353 Connecticut $34,902 New York $34,719

Hawaii $34,135 Rhode Island $33,860 Maryland $33,674 Minnesota $33,420 Colorado $33,322 Illinois $33,289 Oregon $33,165 Delaware $33,073

New Hampshire $33,016 Virginia $32,887 Pennsylvania $32,512 Nevada $32,322 North Dakota $32,260 Michigan $32,162 Wisconsin $32,126 Vermont $32,054

Texas $31,855 Maine $31,842 Arizona $31,823 Ohio $31,800 Georgia $31,499 Indiana $31,349 Wyoming $31,320 Utah $31,274

Iowa $31,254 Kansas $31,098 Louisiana $31,052 North Carolina $31,035 Missouri $31,029 Florida $30,902 Montana $30,833 Nebraska $30,768

Kentucky $30,732 South Carolina $30,601 Tennessee $30,519 Idaho $30,487 New Mexico $30,248 Oklahoma $30,196 Alabama $30,003 South Dakota $29,680

Arkansas $29,504 West Virginia $29,409 Mississippi $29,125

Top Paying Cities for Day Care Worker

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $32,924
Little Creek: $33,165
Magnolia: $33,118

Lincoln, DE $32,924

Little Creek, DE $33,165

Magnolia, DE $33,118

Milford, DE $33,008

Marydel, DE $33,062

Millsboro, DE $32,786

Millville, DE $32,837

Milton, DE $32,894

Nassau, DE $32,918

Ocean View, DE $32,831

Rehoboth Beach, DE $32,894

Seaford, DE $32,913

Selbyville, DE $32,777

Smyrna, DE $33,188

Viola, DE $33,035

Woodside, DE $33,124

Bear, DE $33,048

Newark, DE $33,035

Claymont, DE $33,103

Delaware City, DE $33,068

Hockessin, DE $33,033

Kirkwood, DE $33,062

Middletown, DE $33,075

Montchanin, DE $33,040

New Castle, DE $33,045

Odessa, DE $33,091

Port Penn, DE $33,114

Rockland, DE $33,043

Saint Georges, DE $33,065

Townsend, DE $33,115

Winterthur, DE $33,047

Lewes, DE $32,906

Wilmington, DE $33,034

Dover, DE $33,165

Dover Afb, DE $32,991

Bethany Beach, DE $32,797

Bethel, DE $32,831

Bridgeville, DE $32,908

Camden Wyoming, DE $33,072

Cheswold, DE $33,155

Clayton, DE $33,156

Dagsboro, DE $32,774

Delmar, DE $32,721

Ellendale, DE $32,821

Felton, DE $33,005

Fenwick Island, DE $32,781

Frankford, DE $32,724

Frederica, DE $33,038

Georgetown, DE $32,761

Greenwood, DE $32,913

Harbeson, DE $32,796

Harrington, DE $32,964

Hartly, DE $33,066

Houston, DE $32,917

Kenton, DE $33,157

Laurel, DE $32,742

Yorklyn, DE $33,042

Day Care Worker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Day Care Worker roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Day Care Worker positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Day Care Worker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Day Care Worker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$42,995	$21.0	30%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$36,381	$17.0	10%

Day Care Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Day Care Worker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$30,700

Average $33,073/year

$36,067

$2,558

Average $2,756/month

$3,006

$590

Average $636/week

$694

$15

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,067	$3,006	$694	$17
Average	$33,073	$2,756	$636	$16
25th Percentile	$30,700	$2,558	$590	$15

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