Daycare Cost in Bay County, MI
Childcare pricing data for Bay County, Michigan (2022). Population: 103,752.
$8,836
Center infant (annual)
$8,320
Family infant (annual)
15%
of median household income
Compared to Michigan Average
Center-based infant care in Bay County costs $8,836/year, which is $1,391 more (19% above average) compared to the Michigan average of $7,445/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $170/week | $8,836 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $180/week | $9,354 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $180/week | $9,354 |
| Family Infant | $160/week | $8,320 |
| Family Toddler | $160/week | $8,320 |
| Family Preschool | $156/week | $8,091 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Bay County is $57,887. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 15%, center-based infant care in Bay County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Michigan
Counties with similar daycare costs to Bay County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Ingham County | $8,778 | $58 less |
| Kent County | $9,006 | +$170 |
| Ottawa County | $8,549 | $287 less |
| Lake County | $8,496 | $340 less |
| Wayne County | $9,214 | +$378 |