How much does a childcare worker make in Grand Junction?
$35,390a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Grand Junction, CO metro area. That is $17.01 an hour or $2,949 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.01
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 90 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,800Median: $35,390Highest 10%: $43,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,800 | $14.81 | |
| 25th | $34,000 | $16.35 | |
| Median | $35,390 | $17.01 | |
| 75th | $37,830 | $18.19 | |
| 90th | $43,480 | $20.90 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| Denver, CO | $44,320 |
| Boulder, CO | $43,380 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $37,160 |
| Greeley, CO | $36,690 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $36,420 |
| Pueblo, CO | $35,230 |
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Salaries for every job in Grand Junction, COFrequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Grand Junction?
The median hourly pay in the Grand Junction, CO metro area is $17.01 ($35,390 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Grand Junction than the national average?
Yes: $35,390 against $34,980 nationally, 1% more.
How does Grand Junction compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $40,750, so Grand Junction pays 13% less.
Where does Grand Junction rank for childcare worker pay?
90 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Grand Junction?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,800 or less a year; the top 10% make $43,480 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.