Daycare Cost in DeKalb County, AL
Childcare pricing data for DeKalb County, Alabama (2022). Population: 71,680.
$6,113
Center infant (annual)
$4,304
Family infant (annual)
13%
of median household income
Compared to Alabama Average
Center-based infant care in DeKalb County costs $6,113/year, which is $783 less (11% below average) compared to the Alabama average of $6,896/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $118/week | $6,113 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $108/week | $5,606 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $103/week | $5,346 |
| Family Infant | $83/week | $4,304 |
| Family Toddler | $84/week | $4,360 |
| Family Preschool | $84/week | $4,360 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in DeKalb County is $47,920. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 13%, center-based infant care in DeKalb County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Alabama
Counties with similar daycare costs to DeKalb County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Cherokee County | $6,113 | same |
| Jackson County | $6,113 | same |
| Etowah County | $6,152 | +$39 |
| Marshall County | $6,152 | +$39 |
| Calhoun County | $5,968 | $145 less |