Daycare Cost in La Plata County, CO
Childcare pricing data for La Plata County, Colorado (2022). Population: 55,983.
Compared to Colorado Average
Center-based infant care in La Plata County costs $14,872/year, which is $2,050 more (16% above average) compared to the Colorado average of $12,822/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $286/week | $14,872 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $237/week | $12,308 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $212/week | $11,019 |
| Family Infant | $235/week | $12,207 |
| Family Toddler | $211/week | $10,969 |
| Family Preschool | $211/week | $10,969 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in La Plata County is $81,936. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 18%, center-based infant care in La Plata County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Colorado
Counties with similar daycare costs to La Plata County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Gunnison County | $14,825 | $47 less |
| Huerfano County | $14,825 | $47 less |
| Chaffee County | $14,724 | $148 less |
| Teller County | $14,713 | $159 less |
| Elbert County | $14,591 | $281 less |