Shampooers vs. Childcare Workers: Who Earns More?
Childcare Workers out-earn Shampooers by $2K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Shampooers land at $32,600 and Childcare Workers 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 Shampooers is District of Columbia ($38,870); for Childcare Workers 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, Shampooers or Childcare Workers?
Childcare Workers earn more nationally. The median is $32,600 for Shampooers versus $34,980 for Childcare Workers, a difference of $2K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Shampooers or Childcare Workers?
Shampooers has the better 10-year outlook at 5.5% projected growth, compared to -2.9% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
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 Shampooers get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Shampooers 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, Shampooers earn $38,870 vs. $47,340 for Childcare Workers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.