Licensed Daycare in Salt Lake City, Utah

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Salt Lake City?

Statewide averages in Utah run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/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 Salt Lake City daycares?

All licensed Utah centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Salt Lake City typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Salt Lake City?

Utah families can apply for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

70 licensed daycares in Salt Lake City, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Utah licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Utah avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Salt Lake City

ChildCare Aware reports the Utah average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Salt Lake City 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. Utah families may also qualify for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675).

Full Utah licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:15
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

84121 17 84111 16 84106 13 84124 12 84123 10 84102 9 84101 8 84108 7

Program types in Salt Lake City

Licensed Group Child Care Home

9 centers

Before & After School Care

9 centers

Family Daycare

8 centers

Salt Lake City

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Salt Lake City, Utah?

Our directory lists 70 licensed childcare centers in Salt Lake City, Utah, sourced from Utah Department of Health and Human Services — Office of 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 Salt Lake City?

Statewide averages in Utah run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/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 Salt Lake City daycares?

All licensed Utah centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Salt Lake City typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Salt Lake City?

Utah families can apply for Utah Office of Child Care Subsidy (intake: (801) 526-9675). 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 Salt Lake City daycare's license?

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