Daycare Cost in Lee County, IL
Childcare pricing data for Lee County, Illinois (2022). Population: 34,221.
$12,694
Center infant (annual)
$8,233
Family infant (annual)
20%
of median household income
Compared to Illinois Average
Center-based infant care in Lee County costs $12,694/year, which is $436 more (4% above average) compared to the Illinois average of $12,258/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $244/week | $12,694 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $252/week | $13,087 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $158/week | $8,233 |
| Family Infant | $158/week | $8,233 |
| Family Toddler | $158/week | $8,233 |
| Family Preschool | $158/week | $8,237 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Lee County is $64,588. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 20%, center-based infant care in Lee County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Illinois
Counties with similar daycare costs to Lee County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson County | $12,694 | same |
| St. Clair County | $12,376 | $318 less |
| Whiteside County | $12,289 | $405 less |
| Ogle County | $13,260 | +$566 |
| Macon County | $12,008 | $686 less |