Childcare Workers pay in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin
In Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (TN), the median pay for childcare workers is $16.56 an hour ($34,450 a year). About 5,280 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($34,980). It is 16% higher than the Tennessee median ($29,660).
Pay range for childcare workers in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (TN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.36 | $23,630 |
| 25% of workers | $14.16 | $29,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.56 | $34,450 |
| 75% of workers | $18.08 | $37,600 |
| 90% of workers | $21.10 | $43,880 |
Childcare Workers pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (this page) | $34,450 | 5,280 |
| Knoxville | $29,590 | 1,800 |
| Johnson City | $29,030 | 330 |
| Chattanooga | $28,860 | 1,190 |
| Memphis | $28,860 | 2,780 |
| Cleveland | $28,510 | 250 |
| Clarksville | $28,420 | 770 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $28,190 | 320 |
| Morristown | $27,800 | 110 |
| Jackson | $27,540 | 300 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin (TN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $34,510 |
| Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors | $50,050 |
| Recreation Workers | $37,460 |
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