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Check Your Subsidies

US families pay avg $14,760/year. CCAP, Head Start, and tax credits can cut costs dramatically.

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Browse by Program Type

Find programs that match your child's age and your family's needs.

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Infant Care 0–12 months $1,000–$2,500/mo Toddler 1–3 years $900–$2,000/mo Preschool 3–5 years $700–$1,500/mo After School 5–12 years $200–$700/mo Head Start 0–5 years Free (eligible) Montessori 2–6 years Varies

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Miami Kindercare #581
Jay, FL 32565
0 months - 5 years
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Nurturing Hearts Laramie #8
Kirby, WY 82430
5 years - 12 years
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Creighton, Felicia
Albany, NY 12205
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children
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All Kids Day Care
San Benito, TX 78586
0 months - 12 years
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Glow Young Men's Christian Association, Inc.
Retsof, NY 14539
19 School-Aged Children
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Adapt Community Network-brooklyn Children's Preschool Program
Brooklyn, NY 11230
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Active Kids Hilton Head Island #33
Brunson, SC 29911
2 years - 12 years
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Alpharetta Golden Gate Daycare #199
Oconee, GA 31067
2 years - 5 years
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Leavenworth Sunflower Daycare #15
South Hutchinson, KS 67505
3 years - 5 years
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New York 19,218 Texas 15,142 Massachusetts 9,050 California 8,879 Florida 7,683 Colorado 7,614 Pennsylvania 6,410 Illinois 5,200 Washington 5,021 Ohio 4,433 Georgia 4,225 North Carolina 4,108 Michigan 3,900 New Jersey 3,783 Virginia 3,458 Arizona 3,354 Indiana 2,925 Minnesota 2,808 Tennessee 2,704 Missouri 2,600 Maryland 2,483 Delaware 2,466 Wisconsin 2,379 South Carolina 2,275 Alabama 2,158 Louisiana 2,054 Kentucky 1,950 Oregon 1,950 Oklahoma 1,833 Connecticut 1,729 Utah 1,625 Nevada 1,508 Arkansas 1,404 Kansas 1,300 Mississippi 1,300 New Mexico 1,183 Iowa 1,079 Nebraska 1,079 Hawaii 975 Idaho 975 New Hampshire 858 Maine 754 West Virginia 754 Montana 650 Rhode Island 650 Alaska 533 North Dakota 533 South Dakota 533 Vermont 429 Wyoming 429
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Childcare May Cost You
Much Less Than You Think

CCAP, Head Start, and tax credits help millions of US families afford quality childcare. Many families earning up to $80,000+ qualify for assistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from parents searching for childcare.

How do I find a licensed daycare near me?+
Search by city, ZIP code, or state on DaycareHub. All 162,000+ listings are verified through official state licensing databases. Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance. No account required.
How much does daycare cost per month?+
National average for full-time infant care: $1,230/month. Toddler programs: $1,050/month. Preschool: $860/month. Costs range from $650/month in Mississippi to $2,700/month in DC. Use our cost calculator to estimate your state.
Do I qualify for financial assistance?+
Many families qualify. CCAP subsidies are available to families earning up to 85% of state median income (up to $80,000+ in some states). Head Start is free for families at or below poverty level. The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit is available to all working parents. Check what you qualify for →
What should I look for when choosing a daycare?+
Verify current state license and inspection history. Ask the ratio in your child's specific room (not center average). Ask how long the lead teacher has been there. Request the written sick child policy and full fee schedule. Use our 30-question tour checklist →
How early should I start looking for daycare?+
For infant care, start during pregnancy — quality programs have 3–12 month waitlists. For preschool, start 9–12 months before your desired start date. For Head Start, apply during pregnancy for Early Head Start, and when your child turns 2 for Head Start (ages 3–5).

Last updated: June 4, 2026 · Data: State licensing databases, Child Care Aware of America, HHS/ACF

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