Paying for Child Care
Two very common questions among parents seeking child care are “How much does it cost?” and “How will I pay for it?” We understand that this is a concern as a family, and it may play a factor in the care your child receives. The answer to this question varies as the price of child care consists of different factors.
- How many hours your child will be in child care
- Where you live
- The type of child care desired
- Child’s age
- Type of program and costs associated with it
The fact of the matter is child care can be expensive. While only the provider can give you a specific rate for child care, below is a table of the average cost of child care in the combined Teller, Elbert and El Paso counties.
| Homes | |
|---|---|
| Infants | $147.40 wk. / $589.59 mo. |
| 1-2 yrs. | $137.91 wk. / $551.64 mo. |
| 2-3 yrs. | $126.35 wk. / $505.40 mo. |
| 3-5 yrs. | $116.63 wk. / $466.50 mo. |
| B/A School Age | $74.74 wk. / $298.98 mo. |
| Centers | |
|---|---|
| Infants | $189.11 wk. / $756.46 mo. |
| 1-2 yrs. | $175.11 wk. / $700.42 mo. |
| 2-3 yrs. | $156.07 wk. / $624.28 mo. |
| 3-5 yrs. | $143.23 wk. / $572.94 mo. |
| B/A School Age | $82.85 wk. / $331.38 mo. |
For a more detailed summary and methadology from the State of Colorado, please visit their website.
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program is in place to assist those who qualify. Federal tax credits are also in place to help you get the credit you deserve.
