Daycare Cost in Kent County, DE
Childcare pricing data for Kent County, Delaware (2022). Population: 182,400.
$9,471
Center infant (annual)
$8,094
Family infant (annual)
14%
of median household income
Compared to Delaware Average
Center-based infant care in Kent County costs $9,471/year, which is $1,701 less (15% below average) compared to the Delaware average of $11,172/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $182/week | $9,471 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $139/week | $7,230 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $145/week | $7,519 |
| Family Infant | $156/week | $8,094 |
| Family Toddler | $128/week | $6,646 |
| Family Preschool | $129/week | $6,683 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Kent County is $69,278. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 14%, center-based infant care in Kent County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Delaware
Counties with similar daycare costs to Kent County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Sussex County | $9,471 | same |
| New Castle County | $14,575 | +$5,104 |