Gambling Dealers vs. Childcare Workers: Who Earns More?
Childcare Workers out-earn Gambling Dealers by $660 a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Gambling Dealers land at $34,320 and Childcare Workers at $34,980. The education gap is real: gambling dealer programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while childcare worker programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Gambling Dealers is Oregon ($62,230); for Childcare Workers it's District of Columbia ($47,340).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Gambling Dealers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Gambling Dealers or Childcare Workers?
Childcare Workers earn more nationally. The median is $34,320 for Gambling Dealers versus $34,980 for Childcare Workers, a difference of $660. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Gambling Dealers or Childcare Workers?
Gambling Dealers has the better 10-year outlook at -0.6% projected growth, compared to -2.9% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Gambling Dealers or Childcare Workers?
Gambling Dealers typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Childcare Workers requires high school diploma or equivalent. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Gambling Dealers get paid the most?
Oregon is the top-paying state for Gambling Dealers at $62,230/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Gambling Dealers vs. Childcare Workers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Oregon, Gambling Dealers earn $62,230 vs. $38,650 for Childcare Workers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.