Residential Advisors vs. Childcare Workers: Who Earns More?
Residential Advisorss out-earn Childcare Workerss by $7K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Residential Advisorss land at $42,240 and Childcare Workerss at $34,980. The education gap is real: residential advisor programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while childcare worker programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Residential Advisorss is New Hampshire ($49,010); for Childcare Workerss it's District of Columbia ($47,340).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Residential Advisors median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Residential Advisorss or Childcare Workerss?
Residential Advisorss earn more nationally. The median is $42,240 for Residential Advisorss versus $34,980 for Childcare Workerss, a difference of $7K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Residential Advisors or Childcare Workers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Residential Advisors or Childcare Workers?
Residential Advisors 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 Residential Advisorss get paid the most?
New Hampshire is the top-paying state for Residential Advisorss at $49,010/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Residential Advisors vs. Childcare Workers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New Hampshire, Residential Advisorss earn $49,010 vs. $37,080 for Childcare Workerss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.