Daycare Cost in Colorado
Compare average child care prices in Colorado for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$20,978
$1,748/mo
National Ranking
7th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
+35%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$12,830
$1,069/mo (home-based)
Colorado 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) | $20,978 | $1,748 | +35% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $13,666 | $1,139 | +20% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $17,479 | $1,457 | +22% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $13,666 | $1,139 | +26% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $14,800 | $1,233 | +18% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $12,830 | $1,069 | +25% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Colorado
Infant
Center
$1,748/mo
Home
$1,139/mo
Save $7,312/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$1,457/mo
Home
$1,139/mo
Save $3,813/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$1,233/mo
Home
$1,069/mo
Save $1,970/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Colorado
- Colorado ranks as the 7th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $20,978/year.
- Home-based care costs 35% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Colorado is +35% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Colorado's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
Wyoming
Infant center: $12,784/yr
34th most expensive
Nebraska
Infant center: $18,147/yr
16th most expensive
Kansas
Infant center: $15,156/yr
24th most expensive
Oklahoma
Infant center: $10,809/yr
44th most expensive
New Mexico
Infant center: $14,244/yr
27th most expensive
Utah
Infant center: $14,160/yr
28th most expensive
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