Daycare Cost in Nebraska
Compare average child care prices in Nebraska for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$18,147
$1,512/mo
National Ranking
16th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
+16%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$13,383
$1,115/mo (home-based)
Nebraska 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) | $18,147 | $1,512 | +16% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $13,383 | $1,115 | +18% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $17,184 | $1,432 | +20% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $13,383 | $1,115 | +23% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $15,738 | $1,312 | +26% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $13,383 | $1,115 | +30% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Nebraska
Infant
Center
$1,512/mo
Home
$1,115/mo
Save $4,764/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$1,432/mo
Home
$1,115/mo
Save $3,801/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$1,312/mo
Home
$1,115/mo
Save $2,355/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Nebraska
- Nebraska ranks as the 16th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $18,147/year.
- Home-based care costs 26% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Nebraska is +16% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Nebraska's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
South Dakota
Infant center: $8,632/yr
49th most expensive
Iowa
Infant center: $12,694/yr
36th most expensive
Missouri
Infant center: $13,780/yr
29th most expensive
Kansas
Infant center: $15,156/yr
24th most expensive
Colorado
Infant center: $20,978/yr
7th most expensive
Wyoming
Infant center: $12,784/yr
34th most expensive
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