Childcare Director Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 · BLS occupation: SOC 11-9031 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare
The median annual wage for education and childcare administrators, preschool and daycare in Washington was $70,470 in May 2025, $11,170 (19%) above the national median of $59,300.
The middle half earned between $54,530 (25th percentile) and $87,560 (75th percentile).
Washington ranks 5 of the 50 states and DC with a published median for this occupation.
The comparison is not adjusted for living costs.
BLS OEWS May 2025. Annual = hourly × 2,080. OEWS covers wage-and-salary workers only and leaves out the self-employed, workers in private households, overtime pay and most bonuses.
Pay range in Washington
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,060 | $23.59 |
| 25th | $54,530 | $26.22 |
| 50th (median) | $70,470 | $33.88 |
| 75th | $87,560 | $42.09 |
| 90th | $107,980 | $51.91 |
| Mean (average) | $79,600 | $38.27 |
SOC 11-9031 Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare in Washington, BLS OEWS May 2025.