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Residential Care Attendant (RCA)

Average Residential Care Attendant (RCA) with Cleaning Skills Hourly Pay

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$11.77
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$8.56
MEDIAN
$11.77
90%
$17.48

The average hourly pay for a Residential Care Attendant (RCA) is $11.77 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$9 - $17
Total Pay
$18k - $36k
Based on 18 salary profiles (last updated Feb 26 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Residential Care Attendant (RCA)

Medical
14%
Dental
14%
Vision
14%
None
86%

Gender Breakdown for Residential Care Attendant (RCA)s

Female
57.1%
Male
28.6%
Prefer to self-define
14.3%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Residential Care Attendant (RCA)s

What is the highest pay for Residential Care Attendant (RCA)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Residential Care Attendant (RCA) is $17.48 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Residential Care Attendant (RCA)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Residential Care Attendant (RCA) is $8.56 / hour

How can Residential Care Attendant (RCA)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Residential Care Attendant (RCA) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Residential Care Attendant (RCA) that oversees more junior Residential Care Attendant (RCA)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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