Daycare Cost in Monterey County, CA
Childcare pricing data for Monterey County, California (2022). Population: 437,609.
Compared to California Average
Center-based infant care in Monterey County costs $20,953/year, which is $3,033 more (17% above average) compared to the California average of $17,920/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $403/week | $20,953 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $252/week | $13,118 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $198/week | $10,277 |
| Family Infant | $319/week | $16,571 |
| Family Toddler | $271/week | $14,074 |
| Family Preschool | $254/week | $13,195 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Monterey County is $91,043. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 23%, center-based infant care in Monterey County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in California
Counties with similar daycare costs to Monterey County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside County | $21,043 | +$90 |
| Orange County | $20,473 | $480 less |
| Fresno County | $21,611 | +$658 |
| Yolo County | $20,135 | $818 less |
| San Joaquin County | $20,108 | $845 less |