Daycare Cost in Union County, NJ
Childcare pricing data for Union County, New Jersey (2022). Population: 572,079.
$15,543
Center infant (annual)
$10,108
Family infant (annual)
16%
of median household income
Compared to New Jersey Average
Center-based infant care in Union County costs $15,543/year, which is $190 less (1% below average) compared to the New Jersey average of $15,733/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $299/week | $15,543 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $296/week | $15,396 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $296/week | $15,396 |
| Family Infant | $194/week | $10,108 |
| Family Toddler | $197/week | $10,264 |
| Family Preschool | $185/week | $9,613 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Union County is $95,000. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 16%, center-based infant care in Union County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in New Jersey
Counties with similar daycare costs to Union County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Essex County | $15,390 | $153 less |
| Burlington County | $15,770 | +$227 |
| Gloucester County | $15,789 | +$246 |
| Hunterdon County | $15,791 | +$248 |
| Mercer County | $15,294 | $249 less |