How much does a childcare worker make in Albany?
$36,170a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $17.39 an hour or $3,014 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.39
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 74 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 2,420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,620Median: $36,170Highest 10%: $47,240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,620 | $15.68 | |
| 25th | $34,180 | $16.43 | |
| Median | $36,170 | $17.39 | |
| 75th | $40,440 | $19.44 | |
| 90th | $47,240 | $22.71 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| New York, NY | $37,870 |
| Ithaca, NY | $37,410 |
| Kingston, NY | $36,360 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $36,230 |
| Binghamton, NY | $35,890 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $35,460 |
| Buffalo, NY | $35,410 |
| Utica, NY | $35,190 |
| Rochester, NY | $35,090 |
| Syracuse, NY | $34,380 |
| Elmira, NY | $34,170 |
| Watertown, NY | $33,630 |
Related jobs in Albany
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $61,940 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $51,160 |
| Residential Advisor | $48,890 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $47,980 |
| Animal Trainer | $44,950 |
| Concierge | $42,310 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $40,830 |
| Baggage Porter and Bellhop | $38,480 |
| Skincare Specialist | $38,370 |
| Tour and Travel Guide | $37,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $17.39 ($36,170 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $36,170 against $34,980 nationally, 3% more.
How does Albany compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $37,590, so Albany pays 4% less.
Where does Albany rank for childcare worker pay?
74 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,620 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,240 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.