Daycare Cost in Bridgeport
Average childcare prices across 2 counties in the Bridgeport metro area, based on 2022 data from the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Center vs Family Care
In Bridgeport, center-based infant care averages $20,150/year while family childcare averages $14,300/year — a difference of $5,850.
Affordability
Daycare in Bridgeport costs 22% of the area median household income ($93,019). The HHS affordability threshold is 7% — this metro exceeds that benchmark.
vs Connecticut state average: Center-based infant care in Bridgeport is $3,022 more than the statewide average of $17,128/year.
Cost Range Across Bridgeport
County-Level Daycare Costs
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| County | Center Infant | Center Toddler | Center Preschool | Family Infant | vs Metro Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield County | $22,100 | $22,100 | $15,912 | $15,600 | +$1,950 |
| New Haven County | $18,200 | $18,200 | $14,820 | $13,000 | $1,950 less |
All Care Types — Annual Average
| Care Type | Annual Average | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $20,150 | $1,679 | $388 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $20,150 | $1,679 | $388 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $15,366 | $1,281 | $296 |
| Family Infant | $14,300 | $1,192 | $275 |
| Family Toddler | $14,170 | $1,181 | $273 |
| Family Preschool | $14,170 | $1,181 | $273 |
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