Daycare Cost in Phoenix
Average childcare prices across 2 counties in the Phoenix metro area, based on 2022 data from the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Center vs Family Care
In Phoenix, center-based infant care averages $12,448/year while family childcare averages $10,140/year — a difference of $2,308.
Affordability
Daycare in Phoenix costs 16% of the area median household income ($76,994). The HHS affordability threshold is 7% — this metro exceeds that benchmark.
vs Arizona state average: Center-based infant care in Phoenix is $1,147 more than the statewide average of $11,301/year.
Cost Range Across Phoenix
County-Level Daycare Costs
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| County | Center Infant | Center Toddler | Center Preschool | Family Infant | vs Metro Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maricopa County | $14,040 | $10,920 | $10,920 | $9,360 | +$1,592 |
| Pinal County | $10,855 | $8,419 | $8,419 | $10,920 | $1,593 less |
All Care Types — Annual Average
| Care Type | Annual Average | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $12,448 | $1,037 | $239 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $9,670 | $806 | $186 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $9,670 | $806 | $186 |
| Family Infant | $10,140 | $845 | $195 |
| Family Toddler | $8,943 | $745 | $172 |
| Family Preschool | $8,943 | $745 | $172 |
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