Daycare Cost in Hidalgo County, TX
Childcare pricing data for Hidalgo County, Texas (2022). Population: 873,167.
$7,488
Center infant (annual)
$6,812
Family infant (annual)
15%
of median household income
Compared to Texas Average
Center-based infant care in Hidalgo County costs $7,488/year, which is $79 less (1% below average) compared to the Texas average of $7,567/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $144/week | $7,488 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $136/week | $7,072 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $133/week | $6,916 |
| Family Infant | $131/week | $6,812 |
| Family Toddler | $126/week | $6,552 |
| Family Preschool | $124/week | $6,448 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Hidalgo County is $49,371. 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 Hidalgo County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Texas
Counties with similar daycare costs to Hidalgo County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Starr County | $7,488 | same |
| Willacy County | $7,488 | same |
| Bailey County | $7,592 | +$104 |
| Cochran County | $7,592 | +$104 |
| Crosby County | $7,592 | +$104 |