Daycare Cost in Oklahoma
Compare average child care prices in Oklahoma for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers across center-based and home-based settings.
Infant Center (Annual)
$10,809
$901/mo
National Ranking
44th Most Expensive
Out of 51 (50 states + DC)
vs. National Average
-31%
Nat'l avg: $15,585
Most Affordable Option
$8,577
$715/mo (home-based)
Oklahoma 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) | $10,809 | $901 | -31% |
| Infant (Home-Based) | $9,399 | $783 | -17% |
| Toddler (Center-Based) | $10,060 | $838 | -30% |
| Toddler (Home-Based) | $9,122 | $760 | -16% |
| Preschool (Center-Based) | $9,415 | $785 | -25% |
| Preschool (Home-Based) | $8,577 | $715 | -17% |
Center-Based vs. Home-Based Care
How much you can save by choosing home-based care in Oklahoma
Infant
Center
$901/mo
Home
$783/mo
Save $1,410/yr with home-based care
Toddler
Center
$838/mo
Home
$760/mo
Save $938/yr with home-based care
Preschool
Center
$785/mo
Home
$715/mo
Save $838/yr with home-based care
Quick Facts About Daycare in Oklahoma
- Oklahoma ranks as the 44th most expensive state for child care in the U.S.
- The most expensive care type is Infant Center at $10,809/year.
- Home-based care costs 13% less than center-based care for infants.
- Infant care in Oklahoma is -31% compared to the national average of $15,585.
Compare with Nearby States
See how Oklahoma's daycare costs stack up against neighboring states
Kansas
Infant center: $15,156/yr
24th most expensive
Missouri
Infant center: $13,780/yr
29th most expensive
Arkansas
Infant center: $9,178/yr
48th most expensive
Texas
Infant center: $11,349/yr
41st most expensive
New Mexico
Infant center: $14,244/yr
27th most expensive
Colorado
Infant center: $20,978/yr
7th most expensive
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