State-Sourced

Licensed Daycare in Pima, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Pima?

Statewide averages in Arizona run roughly $1050/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Pima daycares?

All licensed Arizona centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Pima typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Pima?

Arizona families can apply for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

9 licensed daycares in Pima, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Arizona licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pima

ChildCare Aware reports the Arizona average full-time cost at $1,050/month for infant care and $780/month for preschool. City-level prices in Pima vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Arizona families may also qualify for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248).

Full Arizona licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

85543 9

Program types in Pima

Family Daycare

9 centers

All Pima licensed centers

Page 1 of 1

A Family Daycare

Avondale Playhouse Academy #151

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 73

G Family Daycare

Glendale Sunshine Daycare #195

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 29

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Tempe #55

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 102

M Family Daycare

Mesa Bright Beginnings #217

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 117

P Family Daycare

Peoria Rainbow Learning Center #173

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 66

P Family Daycare

Phoenix KinderCare #239

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 16

S Family Daycare

Scottsdale Early Learning Center #77

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 98

T Family Daycare

Tucson Children's Place #99

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 60

Y Family Daycare

Yuma Childcare Academy #33

Pima

School Age (5+) Cap 38

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pima, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Pima, Arizona, sourced from Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Pima?

Statewide averages in Arizona run roughly $1050/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Pima daycares?

All licensed Arizona centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Pima typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Pima?

Arizona families can apply for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Pima daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.