Daycare Cost in Amherst County, VA
Childcare pricing data for Amherst County, Virginia (2022). Population: 31,426.
$7,734
Center infant (annual)
$7,463
Family infant (annual)
12%
of median household income
Compared to Virginia Average
Center-based infant care in Amherst County costs $7,734/year, which is $2,712 less (26% below average) compared to the Virginia average of $10,446/year.
All Childcare Prices
| Care Type | Weekly | Annual (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|
| Center-Based Infant | $149/week | $7,734 |
| Center-Based Toddler | $99/week | $5,155 |
| Center-Based Preschool | $99/week | $5,155 |
| Family Infant | $144/week | $7,463 |
| Family Toddler | $89/week | $4,619 |
| Family Preschool | $89/week | $4,619 |
Affordability Context
The median household income in Amherst County is $64,454. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. At 12%, center-based infant care in Amherst County exceeds this threshold.
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Other Counties in Virginia
Counties with similar daycare costs to Amherst County.
| County | Center Infant (yr) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Edward County | $7,734 | same |
| Charlotte County | $7,776 | +$42 |
| Cumberland County | $7,776 | +$42 |
| Brunswick County | $7,668 | $66 less |
| Covington City | $7,508 | $226 less |