How much does a childcare worker make in Cleveland?
$30,460a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $14.64 an hour or $2,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.64
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among cities
- 198 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 2,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,720Median: $30,460Highest 10%: $42,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,720 | $12.37 | |
| 25th | $29,060 | $13.97 | |
| Median | $30,460 | $14.64 | |
| 75th | $38,230 | $18.38 | |
| 90th | $42,560 | $20.46 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| Springfield, OH | $30,610 |
| Youngstown, OH | $30,520 |
| Columbus, OH | $30,280 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $30,150 |
| Akron, OH | $30,140 |
| Sandusky, OH | $29,570 |
| Dayton, OH | $29,140 |
| Wheeling, WV | $29,110 |
| Toledo, OH | $29,000 |
| Lima, OH | $28,790 |
| Weirton, WV | $27,970 |
| Mansfield, OH | $26,770 |
| Canton, OH | $26,610 |
| Huntington, WV | $25,360 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mortician | $54,510 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $45,540 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $41,600 |
| Residential Advisor | $39,740 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $38,420 |
| Skincare Specialist | $38,370 |
| Funeral Attendant | $35,910 |
| Hairdresser | $35,640 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $35,430 |
| Concierge | $34,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $14.64 ($30,460 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $30,460 against $34,980 nationally, 13% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $29,680, so Cleveland pays 3% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for childcare worker pay?
198 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $25,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $42,560 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.