Daycare Cost in Merced County, CA
Childcare pricing data for Merced County, California (2022). Population: 282,290.
Compared to California Average
Center-based infant care in Merced County costs $12,716/year, which is $5,204 less (29% below average) compared to the California average of $17,920/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $245/week | $12,716 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $199/week | $10,364 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $165/week | $8,582 |
| Family Infant | $231/week | $11,996 |
| Family Toddler | $202/week | $10,525 |
| Family Preschool | $191/week | $9,911 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Merced County is $64,772. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 20%, center-based infant care in Merced County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in California
Counties with similar daycare costs to Merced County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Sonoma County | $12,647 | $69 less |
| Shasta County | $12,910 | +$194 |
| Tulare County | $12,494 | $222 less |
| Glenn County | $12,387 | $329 less |
| Tehama County | $12,261 | $455 less |