How much does a childcare worker make in Worcester?
$39,300a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in the Worcester, MA metro area. That is $18.89 an hour or $3,275 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.89
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 385
- Jobs in the area
- 1,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,240Median: $39,300Highest 10%: $47,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,240 | $15.50 | |
| 25th | $35,550 | $17.09 | |
| Median | $39,300 | $18.89 | |
| 75th | $46,370 | $22.29 | |
| 90th | $47,780 | $22.97 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for childcare workers.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $43,480 |
| Boston, MA | $41,590 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $40,560 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $38,410 |
| Providence, RI | $37,230 |
| Springfield, MA | $36,910 |
Related jobs in Worcester
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor | $59,800 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Worker | $57,760 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Worker | $55,020 |
| Residential Advisor | $47,010 |
| Skincare Specialist | $46,270 |
| Recreation Worker | $37,950 |
| Concierge | $37,790 |
| Animal Caretaker | $37,590 |
| Hairdresser | $36,430 |
| Tour and Travel Guide | $35,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in Worcester?
The median hourly pay in the Worcester, MA metro area is $18.89 ($39,300 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in Worcester than the national average?
Yes: $39,300 against $34,980 nationally, 12% more.
How does Worcester compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $40,900, so Worcester pays 4% less.
Where does Worcester rank for childcare worker pay?
23 of 385 metro areas with data.
How much does a childcare worker make starting out in Worcester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,780 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.