Childcare Workers pay in Columbus
In Columbus (OH), the median pay for childcare workers is $14.56 an hour ($30,280 a year). About 2,580 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($34,980). It is 2% higher than the Ohio median ($29,680).
Pay range for childcare workers in Columbus (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.53 | $26,070 |
| 25% of workers | $13.97 | $29,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $14.56 | $30,280 |
| 75% of workers | $18.47 | $38,420 |
| 90% of workers | $21.19 | $44,080 |
Childcare Workers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $30,610 | 60 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $30,520 | 460 |
| Cleveland | $30,460 | 2,620 |
| Columbus (this page) | $30,280 | 2,580 |
| Cincinnati | $30,150 | 2,390 |
| Akron | $30,140 | 600 |
| Sandusky | $29,570 | 80 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $29,140 | 700 |
| Toledo | $29,000 | 700 |
| Lima | $28,790 | 80 |
| Mansfield | $26,770 | 110 |
| Canton-Massillon | $26,610 | 340 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for childcare workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -2% over ten years, declining · about 150,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Columbus (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $35,370 |
| Special Education Teachers, Secondary School | $72,860 |
| Recreation Workers | $33,690 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $37,410 |
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