How much does a childcare worker make in Boulder?
$43,380a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $20.86 an hour or $3,615 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.86
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 1,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,590Median: $43,380Highest 10%: $59,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,590 | $16.63 | |
| 25th | $37,690 | $18.12 | |
| Median | $43,380 | $20.86 | |
| 75th | $47,550 | $22.86 | |
| 90th | $59,360 | $28.54 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| Denver, CO | $44,320 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $37,160 |
| Greeley, CO | $36,690 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $36,420 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $35,390 |
| Pueblo, CO | $35,230 |
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Salaries for every job in Boulder, COFrequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $20.86 ($43,380 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $43,380 against $34,980 nationally, 24% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $40,750, so Boulder pays 6% more.
Where does Boulder rank for childcare worker pay?
7 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $34,590 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,360 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.