Daycare Cost in Watauga County, NC
Childcare pricing data for Watauga County, North Carolina (2022). Population: 54,540.
Compared to North Carolina Average
Center-based infant care in Watauga County costs $9,380/year, which is $107 less (1% below average) compared to the North Carolina average of $9,487/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $180/week | $9,380 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $150/week | $7,799 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $162/week | $8,400 |
| Family Infant | $158/week | $8,235 |
| Family Toddler | $124/week | $6,432 |
| Family Preschool | $155/week | $8,059 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Watauga County is $50,034. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 19%, center-based infant care in Watauga County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in North Carolina
Counties with similar daycare costs to Watauga County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County | $9,392 | +$12 |
| Polk County | $9,393 | +$13 |
| Burke County | $9,403 | +$23 |
| Davidson County | $9,403 | +$23 |
| Camden County | $9,404 | +$24 |