How much does a child make in Rochester?
$62,030a year
Median yearly pay for childs in the Rochester, NY metro area. That is $29.82 an hour or $5,169 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.82
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 95 of 390
- Jobs in the area
- 1,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,270Median: $62,030Highest 10%: $82,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,270 | $21.76 | |
| 25th | $50,810 | $24.43 | |
| Median | $62,030 | $29.82 | |
| 75th | $75,760 | $36.42 | |
| 90th | $82,690 | $39.75 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for childs.
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $77,260 |
| Kingston, NY | $67,670 |
| Buffalo, NY | $66,620 |
| Albany, NY | $66,540 |
| New York, NY | $66,540 |
| Syracuse, NY | $63,120 |
| Binghamton, NY | $62,160 |
| Ithaca, NY | $60,120 |
| Utica, NY | $59,090 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $58,460 |
| Elmira, NY | $58,400 |
| Watertown, NY | $55,710 |
Related jobs in Rochester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $82,010 |
| Social Worker | $81,890 |
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $68,880 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $66,580 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $63,800 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $61,610 |
| Educational | $60,670 |
| Clergy | $59,710 |
| Substance Abuse | $59,620 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a child make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, NY metro area is $29.82 ($62,030 a year).
Do childs make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $62,030 against $59,550 nationally, 4% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $65,100, so Rochester pays 5% less.
Where does Rochester rank for child pay?
95 of 390 metro areas with data.
How much does a child make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,270 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,690 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.