Daycare Cost in Wayne County, NC
Childcare pricing data for Wayne County, North Carolina (2022). Population: 117,480.
Compared to North Carolina Average
Center-based infant care in Wayne County costs $7,978/year, which is $1,509 less (16% below average) compared to the North Carolina average of $9,487/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $153/week | $7,978 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $138/week | $7,178 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $123/week | $6,418 |
| Family Infant | $156/week | $8,111 |
| Family Toddler | $135/week | $7,019 |
| Family Preschool | $125/week | $6,498 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Wayne County is $54,323. 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 Wayne County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in North Carolina
Counties with similar daycare costs to Wayne County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Swain County | $7,982 | +$4 |
| Washington County | $8,014 | +$36 |
| Hertford County | $8,053 | +$75 |
| Nash County | $8,178 | +$200 |
| Hoke County | $7,775 | $203 less |