Childcare Workers Salary in Massachusetts
Childcare Workers in Massachusetts earn a median of $40,900 a year, +17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $40,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +17% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,140
Pay range in Massachusetts
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,130; the top 10% earn over $49,790. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Massachusetts
Similar jobs in Massachusetts
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$45,890 median in Massachusetts
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$99,070 median in Massachusetts
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$84,100 median in Massachusetts
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$98,020 median in Massachusetts
- Residential Advisors$48,190 median in Massachusetts
- Nannies$40,900 median in Massachusetts (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Massachusetts
How much do childcare workers make in Massachusetts?
The median is $40,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,130 and the top 10% earn over $49,790. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Massachusetts a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 51 (+17% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.