Daycare Cost in Mahaska County, IA
Childcare pricing data for Mahaska County, Iowa (2022). Population: 22,059.
$8,171
Center infant (annual)
$5,514
Family infant (annual)
13%
of median household income
Compared to Iowa Average
Center-based infant care in Mahaska County costs $8,171/year, which is $135 less (2% below average) compared to the Iowa average of $8,306/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $157/week | $8,171 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $135/week | $7,041 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $135/week | $7,041 |
| Family Infant | $106/week | $5,514 |
| Family Toddler | $104/week | $5,424 |
| Family Preschool | $104/week | $5,424 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Mahaska County is $65,200. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 13%, center-based infant care in Mahaska County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Iowa
Counties with similar daycare costs to Mahaska County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Lee County | $8,170 | $1 less |
| Worth County | $8,176 | +$5 |
| Lucas County | $8,164 | $7 less |
| Buena Vista County | $8,186 | +$15 |
| Winneshiek County | $8,151 | $20 less |