How much does a childcare worker make in Springfield?
$36,910a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Springfield, MA metro area. That is $17.75 an hour or $3,076 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.75
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 51 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,720Median: $36,910Highest 10%: $46,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,720 | $15.73 | |
| 25th | $35,380 | $17.01 | |
| Median | $36,910 | $17.75 | |
| 75th | $44,950 | $21.61 | |
| 90th | $46,310 | $22.26 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| 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 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $54,440 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $49,300 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $49,250 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,860 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,920 |
| Funeral Attendant | $46,090 |
| Recreation Worker | $37,500 |
| Hairdresser | $36,690 |
| Animal Caretaker | $36,570 |
| Manicurist and Pedicurist | $35,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MA metro area is $17.75 ($36,910 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $36,910 against $34,980 nationally, 6% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $40,900, so Springfield pays 10% less.
Where does Springfield rank for childcare worker pay?
51 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,720 or less a year; the top 10% make $46,310 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.