Childcare Worker Salary in Boston, MA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$35,964
Hourly Rate
$17.29
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,292
employed
Childcare Worker Salary Range in Boston, MA
Annual Salary Range
$23k
10th percentile
$29k
25th
$44k
75th
$51k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $23,385 | $11.24 |
| 25th Percentile | $28,643 | $13.77 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $35,964 | $17.29 |
| 75th Percentile | $44,029 | $21.17 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $50,650 | $24.35 |
| Average (Mean) | $39,531 | $19.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Childcare Worker salary in Boston, MA is $35,964 per year or $17.29 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Boston, MA Compares
vs National Average
$30,850
vs Massachusetts Average
$33,121
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$24,235
Cost of living in Boston, MA is 48.4% above the national average.
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