Daycare Cost in Madison
Average childcare prices across 1 counties in the Madison metro area, based on 2022 data from the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Center vs Family Care
In Madison, center-based infant care averages $15,236/year while family childcare averages $11,440/year — a difference of $3,796.
Affordability
Daycare in Madison costs 18% of the area median household income ($84,297). The HHS affordability threshold is 7% — this metro exceeds that benchmark.
vs Wisconsin state average: Center-based infant care in Madison is $3,980 more than the statewide average of $11,256/year.
County-Level Daycare Costs
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| County | Center Infant | Center Toddler | Center Preschool | Family Infant | vs Metro Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dane County | $15,236 | $13,455 | $13,455 | $11,440 | ~avg |
All Care Types — Annual Average
| Care Type | Annual Average | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $15,236 | $1,270 | $293 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $13,455 | $1,121 | $259 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $13,455 | $1,121 | $259 |
| Family Infant | $11,440 | $953 | $220 |
| Family Toddler | $10,400 | $867 | $200 |
| Family Preschool | $10,400 | $867 | $200 |
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