Daycare Cost in Springfield
Average childcare prices across 2 counties in the Springfield metro area, based on 2022 data from the National Database of Childcare Prices.
Center vs Family Care
In Springfield, center-based infant care averages $17,160/year while family childcare averages $11,700/year — a difference of $5,460.
Affordability
Daycare in Springfield costs 23% of the area median household income ($75,322). The HHS affordability threshold is 7% — this metro exceeds that benchmark.
vs Massachusetts state average: Center-based infant care in Springfield is $3,411 less than the statewide average of $20,571/year.
Cost Range Across Springfield
County-Level Daycare Costs
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| County | Center Infant | Center Toddler | Center Preschool | Family Infant | vs Metro Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden County | $17,160 | $15,668 | $11,973 | $11,700 | ~avg |
| Hampshire County | $17,160 | $15,668 | $11,973 | $11,700 | ~avg |
All Care Types — Annual Average
| Care Type | Annual Average | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $17,160 | $1,430 | $330 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $15,668 | $1,306 | $301 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $11,973 | $998 | $230 |
| Family Infant | $11,700 | $975 | $225 |
| Family Toddler | $10,556 | $880 | $203 |
| Family Preschool | $10,400 | $867 | $200 |
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