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Childcare Workers Salary in New York
Ranked #6 of 51 · NY
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in New York earn between $33,630 and $46,970. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean childcare workers salary in New York is $39,690, about 13.3% above the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $19/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New York
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $37,870 | $40,010 | 48,780 |
| Ithaca, NY | $37,410 | $38,090 | 290 |
| Kingston, NY | $36,360 | $37,480 | 460 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $36,230 | $38,070 | 1,810 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $36,170 | $38,220 | 2,420 |
| Binghamton, NY | $35,890 | $36,510 | 640 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $35,460 | $36,340 | 220 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $35,410 | $36,570 | 2,100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in New York?
The median childcare workers salary in New York is $37,590 per year (mean $39,690), and about 80% earn between $33,630 and $46,970.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in New York?
Roughly $19 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $39,690 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New York a high-paying state for childcare workers?
New York ranks #6 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $39,690 is about 13.3% above the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in New York pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New York for childcare workers are New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ ($37,870), Ithaca, NY ($37,410), Kingston, NY ($36,360), by median annual wage.