Daycare Cost in Lake County, MI
Childcare pricing data for Lake County, Michigan (2022). Population: 12,285.
$8,496
Center infant (annual)
$8,091
Family infant (annual)
18%
of median household income
Compared to Michigan Average
Center-based infant care in Lake County costs $8,496/year, which is $1,051 more (14% above average) compared to the Michigan average of $7,445/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $163/week | $8,496 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $163/week | $8,496 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $155/week | $8,084 |
| Family Infant | $156/week | $8,091 |
| Family Toddler | $156/week | $8,091 |
| Family Preschool | $142/week | $7,405 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Lake County is $45,946. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 18%, center-based infant care in Lake County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Michigan
Counties with similar daycare costs to Lake County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Ottawa County | $8,549 | +$53 |
| St. Clair County | $8,441 | $55 less |
| Manistee County | $8,427 | $69 less |
| Grand Traverse County | $8,320 | $176 less |
| Kalamazoo County | $8,320 | $176 less |