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Licensed Daycare in Bismarck, North Dakota

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

Statewide averages in North Dakota run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/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: Are subsidies available for daycare in Bismarck?

North Dakota families can apply for North Dakota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 755-2716). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

2 licensed daycares in Bismarck, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official North Dakota licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$900/mo

North Dakota avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Bismarck

ChildCare Aware reports the North Dakota average full-time cost at $900/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Bismarck 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. North Dakota families may also qualify for North Dakota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 755-2716).

Full North Dakota licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:10
Avg capacity: 50 kids

ZIP codes covered

58501 6 58503 3 58505 2 58504 1

Program types in Bismarck

Montessori

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Bismarck licensed centers

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G Montessori

Grand Forks Sunshine Daycare #24

Bismarck

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 73

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Grand Forks #22

Bismarck

School Age (5+) Cap 28

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Bismarck, North Dakota?

Our directory lists 2 licensed childcare centers in Bismarck, North Dakota, sourced from North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services. 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 Bismarck?

Statewide averages in North Dakota run roughly $900/month for infants and $720/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 Bismarck daycares?

All licensed North Dakota centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Bismarck typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Bismarck?

North Dakota families can apply for North Dakota Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 755-2716). 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 Bismarck daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official North Dakota DHHS — Early Childhood Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.