Daycare Cost in Howard County, IA
Childcare pricing data for Howard County, Iowa (2022). Population: 9,479.
$7,963
Center infant (annual)
$5,374
Family infant (annual)
12%
of median household income
Compared to Iowa Average
Center-based infant care in Howard County costs $7,963/year, which is $343 less (4% below average) compared to the Iowa average of $8,306/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $153/week | $7,963 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $132/week | $6,862 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $132/week | $6,862 |
| Family Infant | $103/week | $5,374 |
| Family Toddler | $102/week | $5,285 |
| Family Preschool | $102/week | $5,285 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Howard County is $63,947. 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 Howard County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Iowa
Counties with similar daycare costs to Howard County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Sac County | $7,968 | +$5 |
| Franklin County | $7,953 | $10 less |
| Carroll County | $7,946 | $17 less |
| Union County | $7,945 | $18 less |
| Montgomery County | $7,983 | +$20 |