Daycare Cost in Utah
Compare average child care prices in Utah for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$14,160
$1,180/mo
National Ranking
28th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
-9%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$8,160
$680/mo (home-based)
Utah 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) | $14,160 | $1,180 | -9% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $10,800 | $900 | -5% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $11,328 | $944 | -21% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $8,700 | $725 | -20% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $9,876 | $823 | -21% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $8,160 | $680 | -21% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Utah
Infant
Center
$1,180/mo
Home
$900/mo
Save $3,360/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$944/mo
Home
$725/mo
Save $2,628/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$823/mo
Home
$680/mo
Save $1,716/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Utah
- Utah ranks as the 28th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $14,160/year.
- Home-based care costs 24% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Utah is -9% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Utah's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
Idaho
Infant center: $10,608/yr
45th most expensive
Wyoming
Infant center: $12,784/yr
34th most expensive
Colorado
Infant center: $20,978/yr
7th most expensive
New Mexico
Infant center: $14,244/yr
27th most expensive
Arizona
Infant center: $15,964/yr
22nd most expensive
Nevada
Infant center: $12,659/yr
37th most expensive
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