Daycare Cost in Alachua County, FL
Childcare pricing data for Alachua County, Florida (2022). Population: 279,729.
$13,000
Center infant (annual)
$12,220
Family infant (annual)
23%
of median household income
Compared to Florida Average
Center-based infant care in Alachua County costs $13,000/year, which is $2,494 more (24% above average) compared to the Florida average of $10,506/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $250/week | $13,000 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $183/week | $9,490 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $160/week | $8,320 |
| Family Infant | $235/week | $12,220 |
| Family Toddler | $130/week | $6,760 |
| Family Preschool | $130/week | $6,760 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Alachua County is $57,566. 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 Alachua County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Florida
Counties with similar daycare costs to Alachua County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Seminole County | $12,948 | $52 less |
| Hillsborough County | $12,480 | $520 less |
| Martin County | $12,480 | $520 less |
| St. Lucie County | $12,220 | $780 less |
| Santa Rosa County | $12,220 | $780 less |