Daycare Cost in Pennsylvania
Compare average child care prices in Pennsylvania for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$14,910
$1,243/mo
National Ranking
26th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
-4%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$9,685
$807/mo (home-based)
Pennsylvania 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) | $14,910 | $1,243 | -4% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $10,994 | $916 | -3% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $14,180 | $1,182 | -1% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $10,428 | $869 | -4% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $12,453 | $1,038 | -1% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $9,685 | $807 | -6% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Pennsylvania
Infant
Center
$1,243/mo
Home
$916/mo
Save $3,916/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$1,182/mo
Home
$869/mo
Save $3,752/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$1,038/mo
Home
$807/mo
Save $2,768/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania ranks as the 26th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $14,910/year.
- Home-based care costs 26% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Pennsylvania is -4% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Pennsylvania's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
New York
Infant center: $20,439/yr
8th most expensive
New Jersey
Infant center: $20,213/yr
10th most expensive
Delaware
Infant center: $16,617/yr
19th most expensive
Maryland
Infant center: $25,321/yr
3rd most expensive
West Virginia
Infant center: $10,439/yr
47th most expensive
Ohio
Infant center: $13,780/yr
29th most expensive
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