How much does a childcare worker make in Portland?
$39,590a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $19.03 an hour or $3,299 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.03
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 3,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,850Median: $39,590Highest 10%: $47,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,850 | $16.27 | |
| 25th | $37,790 | $18.17 | |
| Median | $39,590 | $19.03 | |
| 75th | $45,730 | $21.99 | |
| 90th | $47,200 | $22.69 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| Bend, OR | $37,520 |
| Salem, OR | $37,320 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $37,150 |
| Eugene, OR | $36,760 |
| Corvallis, OR | $35,800 |
| Albany, OR | $35,640 |
| Medford, OR | $35,620 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Animal Trainer | $66,040 |
| Barber | $64,310 |
| Hairdresser | $59,610 |
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $59,570 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $59,350 |
| Skincare Specialist | $57,930 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $50,030 |
| Mortician | $49,930 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $47,280 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $19.03 ($39,590 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $39,590 against $34,980 nationally, 13% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $38,650, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for childcare worker pay?
21 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $33,850 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,200 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.