Daycare Cost in Polk County, IA
Childcare pricing data for Polk County, Iowa (2022). Population: 493,378.
$9,220
Center infant (annual)
$6,193
Family infant (annual)
12%
of median household income
Compared to Iowa Average
Center-based infant care in Polk County costs $9,220/year, which is $914 more (11% above average) compared to the Iowa average of $8,306/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $177/week | $9,220 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $153/week | $7,945 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $153/week | $7,945 |
| Family Infant | $119/week | $6,193 |
| Family Toddler | $117/week | $6,092 |
| Family Preschool | $117/week | $6,092 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Polk County is $78,827. 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 Polk County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Iowa
Counties with similar daycare costs to Polk County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson County | $9,183 | $37 less |
| Story County | $8,858 | $362 less |
| Warren County | $8,804 | $416 less |
| Dallas County | $9,642 | +$422 |
| Madison County | $8,763 | $457 less |