Childcare Workers Salary in Massachusetts
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for childcare workers in Massachusetts was $40,900 +16.9% vs national
Massachusetts vs United States
| Massachusetts | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $40,900 | $34,980 |
| Median hourly | $19.66 | $16.82 |
| Employment | 13,140 | 518,910 |
| Location quotient | 1.08 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Massachusetts) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
What the data says
The median wage in Massachusetts is 16.9% above the national median — a difference of about $5,920 per year for a typical worker.
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $34,130, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $49,790 — a 1.5x gap between entry-level and top earners.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average childcare workers salary in Massachusetts?
The median annual wage in Massachusetts is $40,900 ($19.66 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Massachusetts compare to the national average for childcare workers?
The Massachusetts median of $40,900 is 16.9% higher than the U.S. median of $34,980.
How many childcare workers work in Massachusetts?
Approximately 13,140 are employed in Massachusetts, per BLS OES.