Daycare Cost in Rochester
Average childcare prices across 2 counties in the Rochester metro area, based on 2022 data from the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Center vs Family Care
In Rochester, center-based infant care averages $13,936/year while family childcare averages $10,140/year — a difference of $3,796.
Affordability
Daycare in Rochester costs 20% of the area median household income ($70,947). The HHS affordability threshold is 7% — this metro exceeds that benchmark.
vs New York state average: Center-based infant care in Rochester is $66 more than the statewide average of $13,870/year.
Cost Range Across Rochester
County-Level Daycare Costs
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| County | Center Infant | Center Toddler | Center Preschool | Family Infant | vs Metro Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe County | $15,028 | $14,300 | $13,260 | $10,400 | +$1,092 |
| Livingston County | $12,844 | $11,960 | $10,400 | $9,880 | $1,092 less |
All Care Types — Annual Average
| Care Type | Annual Average | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $13,936 | $1,161 | $268 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $13,130 | $1,094 | $253 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $11,830 | $986 | $228 |
| Family Infant | $10,140 | $845 | $195 |
| Family Toddler | $9,880 | $823 | $190 |
| Family Preschool | $9,698 | $808 | $187 |
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