Childcare Workers Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,810 +33.6% vs national
Median hourly $20.58
10th percentile $35,390
90th percentile $58,990
Employed locally 150
National median $32,050

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,390
    25th
    $39,110
    50th (median)
    $42,810
    75th
    $47,820
    90th
    $58,990

    Top-paying metros for Childcare Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL $47,730
    District of Columbia $45,400
    Ocala, FL $44,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $44,970
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $43,640
    Boulder, CO $42,730

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $36,360
    Recreation Workers $37,000
    Animal Caretakers $37,120
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $43,900
    Tour and Travel Guides $32,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $50,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Childcare Workers make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Childcare Workers in Massachusetts is $20.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.52 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Childcare Workers salaries?

    The median Childcare Workers salary in Massachusetts is 33.6% above the national median of $32,050. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Childcare Workers in Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Childcare Workers (10th percentile) earn around $35,390 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,110.