Daycare Cost in Idaho
Compare average child care prices in Idaho for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$10,608
$884/mo
National Ranking
45th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
-32%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$7,152
$596/mo (home-based)
Idaho Child Care Cost Breakdown
Annual and monthly costs by care type and setting (2025 data)
| Care Type | Annual Cost | Monthly Cost | vs. National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infant (Center-Based) | $10,608 | $884 | -32% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $7,380 | $615 | -35% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $9,996 | $833 | -30% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $7,308 | $609 | -33% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $9,201 | $767 | -27% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $7,152 | $596 | -31% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Idaho
Infant
Center
$884/mo
Home
$615/mo
Save $3,228/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$833/mo
Home
$609/mo
Save $2,688/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$767/mo
Home
$596/mo
Save $2,049/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Idaho
- Idaho ranks as the 45th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $10,608/year.
- Home-based care costs 30% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Idaho is -32% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Idaho's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
Montana
Infant center: $15,080/yr
25th most expensive
Wyoming
Infant center: $12,784/yr
34th most expensive
Utah
Infant center: $14,160/yr
28th most expensive
Nevada
Infant center: $12,659/yr
37th most expensive
Oregon
Infant center: $19,500/yr
12th most expensive
Washington
Infant center: $21,348/yr
6th most expensive
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