Family Cost Calculator
Add your children, select care types, and see your total childcare cost, plus how it compares to the federal affordability threshold.
1. Select Your County
2. Add Children
Click "Add Child" to get started.
3. Household Finances
Your Family Cost Breakdown
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Total Annual Childcare
$0
Monthly Childcare
0%
% of Income
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Affordability
Childcare as % of Income 0%
0% 7% HHS Affordable 15% 25%+
Monthly Budget Breakdown
Compared to Your County
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This calculator uses data from the DOL National Database of Childcare Prices. The HHS considers childcare affordable when it costs no more than 7% of household income. Results are estimates and do not constitute financial advice.
Looking for a simpler estimate? Try our basic affordability calculator.