How much does a childcare worker make in Massachusetts?
$40,900a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in Massachusetts. That is $19.66 an hour or $3,408 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.66
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,130Median: $40,900Highest 10%: $49,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,130 | $16.41 | |
| 25th | $37,330 | $17.95 | |
| Median | $40,900 | $19.66 | |
| 75th | $47,920 | $23.04 | |
| 90th | $49,790 | $23.94 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $43,480 |
| Boston, MA | $41,590 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $40,560 |
| Worcester, MA | $39,300 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $38,410 |
| Providence, RI | $37,230 |
| Springfield, MA | $36,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childcare workers.
| 1. District of Columbia | $47,340 |
| 2. Washington | $41,680 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $40,900 |
| 4. Colorado | $40,750 |
| 5. California | $40,020 |
| 6. Oregon | $38,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $19.66 ($40,900 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $40,900 against $34,980 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for childcare worker pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays childcare workers the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $43,480 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.