Daycare Cost in Dare County, NC
Childcare pricing data for Dare County, North Carolina (2022). Population: 37,160.
$11,967
Center infant (annual)
$9,983
Family infant (annual)
15%
of median household income
Compared to North Carolina Average
Center-based infant care in Dare County costs $11,967/year, which is $2,480 more (26% above average) compared to the North Carolina average of $9,487/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $230/week | $11,967 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $204/week | $10,623 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $177/week | $9,209 |
| Family Infant | $192/week | $9,983 |
| Family Toddler | $162/week | $8,423 |
| Family Preschool | $163/week | $8,475 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Dare County is $79,742. 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 Dare County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in North Carolina
Counties with similar daycare costs to Dare County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham County | $11,834 | $133 less |
| Guilford County | $11,779 | $188 less |
| Iredell County | $11,601 | $366 less |
| New Hanover County | $11,601 | $366 less |
| Avery County | $12,352 | +$385 |