Daycare Cost in New Hanover County, NC
Childcare pricing data for New Hanover County, North Carolina (2022). Population: 228,134.
Compared to North Carolina Average
Center-based infant care in New Hanover County costs $11,601/year, which is $2,114 more (22% above average) compared to the North Carolina average of $9,487/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $223/week | $11,601 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $173/week | $9,020 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $134/week | $6,959 |
| Family Infant | $184/week | $9,552 |
| Family Toddler | $157/week | $8,149 |
| Family Preschool | $157/week | $8,149 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in New Hanover County is $67,515. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 17%, center-based infant care in New Hanover County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in North Carolina
Counties with similar daycare costs to New Hanover County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Iredell County | $11,601 | same |
| Guilford County | $11,779 | +$178 |
| Chatham County | $11,834 | +$233 |
| Johnston County | $11,255 | $346 less |
| Dare County | $11,967 | +$366 |