Daycare Cost in Shelby County, IA
Childcare pricing data for Shelby County, Iowa (2022). Population: 11,737.
$8,524
Center infant (annual)
$5,752
Family infant (annual)
12%
of median household income
Compared to Iowa Average
Center-based infant care in Shelby County costs $8,524/year, which is $218 more (3% above average) compared to the Iowa average of $8,306/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $164/week | $8,524 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $141/week | $7,345 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $141/week | $7,345 |
| Family Infant | $111/week | $5,752 |
| Family Toddler | $109/week | $5,658 |
| Family Preschool | $109/week | $5,658 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Shelby County is $70,295. 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 Shelby County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Iowa
Counties with similar daycare costs to Shelby County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Guthrie County | $8,534 | +$10 |
| Wapello County | $8,560 | +$36 |
| Lyon County | $8,486 | $38 less |
| Adams County | $8,484 | $40 less |
| Des Moines County | $8,483 | $41 less |