Childcare Workers Salary in New Jersey
Childcare Workers in New Jersey earn a median of $36,390 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,390
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 25,070
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,220; the top 10% earn over $44,800. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near New Jersey
Similar jobs in New Jersey
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$48,220 median in New Jersey
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$92,060 median in New Jersey
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$74,210 median in New Jersey
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$83,770 median in New Jersey
- Residential Advisors$43,880 median in New Jersey
- Nannies$36,390 median in New Jersey (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in New Jersey
How much do childcare workers make in New Jersey?
The median is $36,390 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,220 and the top 10% earn over $44,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 51 (+4% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.