How much does a childcare worker make in Maryland?
$36,030a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in Maryland. That is $17.32 an hour or $3,003 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.32
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,570Median: $36,030Highest 10%: $47,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,570 | $15.18 | |
| 25th | $34,250 | $16.47 | |
| Median | $36,030 | $17.32 | |
| 75th | $37,970 | $18.25 | |
| 90th | $47,280 | $22.73 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $37,610 |
| Baltimore, MD | $34,860 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $34,520 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $34,250 |
| Salisbury, MD | $33,510 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $31,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childcare workers.
| 13. New Jersey | $36,390 |
| 14. Maine | $36,350 |
| 15. Alaska | $36,200 |
| 16. Maryland | $36,030 |
| 17. New Mexico | $35,840 |
| 18. Illinois | $35,830 |
| 19. Minnesota | $35,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $17.32 ($36,030 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $36,030 against $34,980 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Maryland rank for childcare worker pay?
Maryland ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays childcare workers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $37,610 a year.
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.