Shampooers vs. Childcare Workers: Who Earns More?
Childcare Workerss out-earn Shampooerss by $2K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Shampooerss land at $32,600 and Childcare Workerss at $34,980. The education gap is real: shampooer programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while childcare worker programs require high school diploma or equivalent. Top-paying state for Shampooerss is District of Columbia ($38,870); for Childcare Workerss it's District of Columbia ($47,340).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Shampooers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Shampooerss or Childcare Workerss?
Childcare Workerss earn more nationally. The median is $32,600 for Shampooerss versus $34,980 for Childcare Workerss, a difference of $2K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Shampooers 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, Shampooers or Childcare Workers?
Shampooers 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 Shampooerss get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Shampooerss at $38,870/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Shampooers vs. Childcare Workers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Shampooerss earn $38,870 vs. $47,340 for Childcare Workerss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.