Daycare Cost in Virginia
Compare average child care prices in Virginia for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$16,796
$1,400/mo
National Ranking
18th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
+8%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$12,116
$1,010/mo (home-based)
Virginia 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) | $16,796 | $1,400 | +8% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $13,052 | $1,088 | +15% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $15,964 | $1,330 | +12% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $12,480 | $1,040 | +15% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $13,884 | $1,157 | +11% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $12,116 | $1,010 | +18% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Virginia
Infant
Center
$1,400/mo
Home
$1,088/mo
Save $3,744/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$1,330/mo
Home
$1,040/mo
Save $3,484/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$1,157/mo
Home
$1,010/mo
Save $1,768/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Virginia
- Virginia ranks as the 18th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $16,796/year.
- Home-based care costs 22% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Virginia is +8% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Virginia's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
Maryland
Infant center: $25,321/yr
3rd most expensive
District of Columbia
Infant center: $26,193/yr
2nd most expensive
West Virginia
Infant center: $10,439/yr
47th most expensive
Kentucky
Infant center: $12,740/yr
35th most expensive
Tennessee
Infant center: $13,126/yr
32nd most expensive
North Carolina
Infant center: $12,370/yr
38th most expensive
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