Daycare Cost in DeKalb County, IL
Childcare pricing data for DeKalb County, Illinois (2022). Population: 100,686.
$15,222
Center infant (annual)
$10,045
Family infant (annual)
22%
of median household income
Compared to Illinois Average
Center-based infant care in DeKalb County costs $15,222/year, which is $2,964 more (24% above average) compared to the Illinois average of $12,258/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $293/week | $15,222 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $240/week | $12,480 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $236/week | $12,263 |
| Family Infant | $193/week | $10,045 |
| Family Toddler | $192/week | $9,976 |
| Family Preschool | $183/week | $9,540 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in DeKalb County is $68,617. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 22%, center-based infant care in DeKalb County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Illinois
Counties with similar daycare costs to DeKalb County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Boone County | $14,993 | $229 less |
| Madison County | $14,993 | $229 less |
| Kendall County | $14,868 | $354 less |
| Rock Island County | $14,647 | $575 less |
| Winnebago County | $14,647 | $575 less |