Daycare Cost in Sarasota
Average childcare prices across 2 counties in the Sarasota metro area, based on 2022 data from the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Center vs Family Care
In Sarasota, center-based infant care averages $11,180/year while family childcare averages $9,360/year — a difference of $1,820.
Affordability
Daycare in Sarasota costs 15% of the area median household income ($74,299). The HHS affordability threshold is 7% — this metro exceeds that benchmark.
vs Florida state average: Center-based infant care in Sarasota is $674 more than the statewide average of $10,506/year.
Cost Range Across Sarasota
County-Level Daycare Costs
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| County | Center Infant | Center Toddler | Center Preschool | Family Infant | vs Metro Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manatee County | $11,440 | $9,620 | $8,580 | $8,320 | +$260 |
| Sarasota County | $10,920 | $10,028 | $9,620 | $10,400 | $260 less |
All Care Types — Annual Average
| Care Type | Annual Average | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $11,180 | $932 | $215 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $9,824 | $819 | $189 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $9,100 | $758 | $175 |
| Family Infant | $9,360 | $780 | $180 |
| Family Toddler | $8,840 | $737 | $170 |
| Family Preschool | $8,580 | $715 | $165 |
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