Daycare Cost in Cherokee County, IA
Childcare pricing data for Cherokee County, Iowa (2022). Population: 11,601.
$7,796
Center infant (annual)
$5,261
Family infant (annual)
12%
of median household income
Compared to Iowa Average
Center-based infant care in Cherokee County costs $7,796/year, which is $510 less (6% below average) compared to the Iowa average of $8,306/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $150/week | $7,796 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $129/week | $6,718 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $129/week | $6,718 |
| Family Infant | $101/week | $5,261 |
| Family Toddler | $100/week | $5,175 |
| Family Preschool | $100/week | $5,175 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Cherokee County is $63,638. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 12%, center-based infant care in Cherokee County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Iowa
Counties with similar daycare costs to Cherokee County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Humboldt County | $7,830 | +$34 |
| Winnebago County | $7,836 | +$40 |
| Palo Alto County | $7,736 | $60 less |
| Floyd County | $7,703 | $93 less |
| Decatur County | $7,911 | +$115 |